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29 Cards in this Set
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Artificial Intelligence
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Programs that perform functions that mimic human behavior and or intelligence
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Backup Archive-off-site
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Copy of files that can be used in case the original is lost or damaged
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Boot
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Load the operating system
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Broadband
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A faster format of the internet
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CD
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Computer Disc (Compact Disc)
Storage Device |
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Cold boot
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Turn the machine on with a switch
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Computer Virus
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Self-replicating blocks code that can enter a computer system through the internet, disks, etc., that are generally designed to disrupt, damage, and/or destroy files and communications.
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Database
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Keeps track of records; Gives you reports. Example: Microsoft Access
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Desktop Publishing
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Used to design and produce publications such as newsletters, manuals, forms, proposals, and flyers. Ex. Adobe, Pagemaker or Microsoft Publisher.
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Download
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Recieving Information from a central location. ex. music, data, grades, etc.
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Hard Drive
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High capacity storage device; usually located in the processor
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Electronic Mail (e-mail)
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Communications among individuals including text messages and also allows the transmission of data, voice and images
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Fire Wire
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Used to Download pictures and/or videos but also requires a special card
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Flash/thumb drive
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A form of magnetic media that is used to store data and easily transported
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Input
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Entering text or data into your computer system
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Laser/inkjet-type printers
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Use powdered or liquid ink. Good quality results
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Load
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Retrieve or get a specific file
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Log In
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Code that is entered in order to get into your personal proflie
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Modem
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Telecommunications device; plugs into phone line or cable line, lets you communicate with others
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Output
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Data or documents that have been processed and can be seen on the screen and/or can be printed
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PowerPoint
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Software that is used to give presentations
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Processor
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The brains of the computer also called CPU
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RAM (Random Access Memory)
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Temporary computer memory; where you do you work. It is erased when the computer is turned off.
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ROM (read only memory)
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Permanent Memory; Runs self-test. Stores manufacturer's instructions.
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Software
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Program or set of instructions for the hardware in order to accomplish a particualr application, ex. Microtype Pro
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Spreadsheet
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Program that works with numbers or financial informations ex. Microsoft Excel
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Upload
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Sending information to a central location. I.E. Grades to Guidance
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USB Cable
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Cable that allows information into the computer
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Warm boot
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Use CTRL, ALT, and DELETE to restart machine
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