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14 Cards in this Set
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Algorithm |
Lists of instructions to perform specific tasks |
Specific Lists |
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Flowchart |
Graphical form of an algorithm Square-manipulation activities Diamond-tests Arrows-flow |
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Bench Testing |
Evaluation of program to ensure it's working. Also known as Hand Simulation |
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Bugs |
Errors |
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Debugging |
Finding bugs and removing them |
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Computation |
Execution of algorithm by list of instructions |
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Agent |
Those that complete the computation |
Example: A computer is an agent of a program |
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Characteristics of Algorithms |
-Sequence of instructions that will terminate -Precise instructions, unambiguous and only one interpretation -Simple to perform, has to be within the abilities of the agent to perform within a finite amount of time -Inputs and Outputs, Outputs depend on Inputs. User defines Inputs and computer completes outputs |
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Pseudocode |
Informal notations in place of an algorithm |
Model of constructing code before coding |
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Applets |
Programs executed within internet browsers |
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URL |
Universal Resource Locater |
Websites |
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HTML |
Hypertext Markup Protocol How to link electronic documents on different computers |
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HTTP |
Hypertext Markup Protocol Exchange HTML documents by protocol |
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Protocol |
Language that computers use to talk to each other |
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