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Adapter card |
a small circuit board that plugs directly into an expansion slot on the mother board and enables you to connect additional peripheral devices to a computer. also called expansion card. |
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All-in-one-computer |
a multifunction device that has a built-in printer and scanner, and that may also have fax capabilities |
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AMOLED (active matrix OLED) screen |
a screen type found in mobile devices that has a sharper display with a wider viewing angle than an LCD and is ideal for watching movies and sports |
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Analog input device |
a device that converts data signals into continuos electronic waves or pulses |
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Analog output device |
an output device such as a telephone, television, or CRT monitor that translates the digital electronic pulses back into audio and video signals |
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Arithmetic logic unit (ALU) |
the part of the CPU that performs arithmetic (addition and subtraction) and logic (AND, OR, and NOT) calculations |
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Bar code or scanner |
an input device that scans bar codes such as those found on merchandise and library books |
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Biometric scanner |
an input device that measures human characteristics such as fingerprints and eye retinas |
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BIOS (basic input output system) |
a program, stored on a chip on the motherboard, which starts the computer |
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Bluetooth |
a short-range wireless technology that connects may types of peripheral devices |
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Blu-ray disc |
an optical disc with about five times the capacity of a DVD: the single-layer disc capacity is 25 GB, and double-layer disc capacity is 50GB |
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Braille embosser |
a special printer that translates text to Braille |
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Burst mode |
a feature found on some digital cameras that enables you to take several pictures in a burst by holding down the shutter button |
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Cable modem |
a special type of digital modem that connects to the cable system instead of a telephone line to provide fast Internet access |
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Cache memory |
fast memory used to store frequently accessed information close to the processor |
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Capacitive screen |
a touchscreen that senses the conductive properties of an object such as a finger or a specially designed conductive stylus |
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Card reader |
a device that provides a slot to insert a memory card into a computer so that the data on the card can be read. used to transfer data, such as photos and music, between a card and a computer or printer |
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CD (compact disc) |
the oldest type of optical disc in use today and that has a storage capacity of about 700 MB |
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Central processing unit (CPU) |
the brain of a computer housed inside the system unit on the motherboard. also known as the processor |
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Clock speed |
the speed at which the processor executes the machine cycle, measure in gigahertz (GHz)-billions of cycles per second |
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CMOS (complementary metal oxide semicondutor) |
a chip on the motherboard where the BIOS settings are stored. it is volatile memory that uses a small battery to provide with power to keep the data in memory even when the computer is turned off |
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Communication device |
a device that serves as both input and output device and enables you to connect to other devices on a network or to the Internet |
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Compact system camera (CSC) |
an advanced point-and-shoot camera that has interchangeable lenses, some manual controls, 10x to 26x optical zoom lens, and the ability to capture HD video |
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Control unit |
the part of the CPU that manages the movement the data through the CPU |
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Data bus |
wires on the motherboard over which data flows between the components of the computer |
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Digital device |
a device that represents audio or video data as a series of 0s and 1s |
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Digital single lens reflex (DSLR) |
the most expensive and versatile type of digital camera. a high-end digital camera which allows you to change the lens, attach a hot shoe flash, manually adjust focus and exposure, and look through the viewfinder to frame your shot |
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Digital video camera |
a camera designed to record digital video that is easily uploaded to your computer, where it can be edited, stored, and shared |
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DIMM (dual in-line memory module0 |
the form of RAM used by most desktop computers |
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Display adapter |
the card that provides the data signal and connection for a monitor or projector. also called a video card |
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DLP (digital light-processing projector) |
a digital projector that has hundreds of tiny swiveling mirrors that create an image |
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Drive bay |
part of the system unit that holds the storage devices |
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Drive controller |
a component located on the motherboard that provides a drive interface that connects disk drives to the processor |
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DVD (digital video disc/digital versatile disc) |
an optical disc that can hold approximately 4.7 GB of information in a single-layer (SL) disc. double-layer (DL) disc have a second layer to store data and can hold about 8.5 GB |
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DVI (digital visual interface) port |
the standard digital video port found on video cards |
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Dvorak Simplified Keyboard |
an alternate keyboard designed to put most commonly used letters where they are more easily accessed to increase efficiency and reduce fatigue |
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Dye-sublimation printer |
a printer that uses heat to turn solid dye into a gas that is transferred to special paper |
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eCycling |
recycling electronics |
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EIDE (enhanced integrated drive electronics) |
an older-legacy-drive interface that may still be found in older computers |
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Ergonomic keyboard |
a full-sized keyboard with a curved shape to position the wrists in a more natural position to reduce strain |
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Ethernet card |
a wired network adapter with a port that resembles a telephone jack |
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E-waste (electronic waste) |
old computers, cell phones, TVs, VCRs, and other electronic devices that are discarded |
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Expansion card |
a small circuit board that plugs directly into an expansion slot on the motherboard and that enables you to connect additional peripheral devices to a computer. also called adapter card |
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Expansion slot |
a component located on the motherboard that enables you to connect an adapter card to a computer |
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External drive |
a drive that may be attached as a peripheral device using a USB or FireWire connection |
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Fax device (or facsimile) |
a communication device scans a document and converts it into a digital format that can be transmitted over telephone lines to a receiving fax device, which then prints or displays the document |
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FireWire |
a standard port type that is hot-swappable and can connect up to 63 devices per port. it also allows for peer-to-peer communication between devices, such as two video cameras, without the use of a computer. also known as IEEE 1394 |
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Flash drive |
a small,portable, solid-state drive that can hold up to 128 GB of information |
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Flash memory |
nonvolatile storage used in solid-state store devices such as solid state (SSDs), flash drives, and memory cards |
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Game controller |
an input device that interacts with a video game |
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Graphics processing unit (GPU) |
a processor on a video card that can contain multiple cores |
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Hard drive |
the principal mass-storage device in a computer that stores data magnetically on metal platters |
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Hardware |
the physical components of a computer |
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HDMI |
a digital port that can transmit both audio and video signals. it is the standard connection for high-defintion TVs, video game consoles, and other media devices |
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Headphones |
output devices that convert digital signals into sound; available in several different sizes and styles, ranging from tiny earbuds that fit inside your ear to full-size headphones to completely cover your outer ear |
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Headset |
headphones that also include a microphone |
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Heat sink |
a part of the cooling system of a computer, mounted above the CPU and composed of metal or ceramic to draw heat away form the processor |
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IEEE 1394 |
a standard port type that is hot-swappable and can connect up to 63 devices per port. it also allows for peer-to-peer communication between devices, such as two video cameras, without the use of a computer. also known as FireWire |
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Image stabilization |
a feature found on some digital cameras that accounts for camera shake and results in sharper images |
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Inkjet printer |
a printer that sprays droplets of ink onto paper |
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Input device |
a device to enter data into the computer system so that it can be processed |
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Instruction cycle |
the four-part process used by the CPU to process each instruction: fetch, decode, execute, store. also called a machine cycle |
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Interactive whiteboard |
a large interactive display with a touch-sensitive surface commonly used in classrooms and businesses |
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Internal drive |
a drive located inside the system unit in an eternal drive bay that is not accessible from the outside |
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Joystick |
an input device that is mounted on a base, which consists of a stick, buttons, and sometimes a trigger. typically used as a game controller, especially in flight-simulator games, it can also be used for such tasks as controlling robotic machinery in a factory |
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Keyboard |
an input device that uses switches and circuits to translate keystrokes into a signal a computer understands, and the primary input device for entering text onto a computer |
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Keypad |
a small alternative keyboard that does not contain all the alphabet keys |
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Laser printer |
a printer that uses a laser beam to draw an image on a drum. the image is electrostatically charged and attracts a dry ink called toner. the drum is then rolled over paper, and the the toner is deposited on the paper. finally, the paper is heated and pressure is applied, bonding the ink to the paper |
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LCD (liquid crystal display) |
two layers of glass glued together with a layer of liquid crystals between them and found on most desktop and notebook computers; electricity passed through the individual crystals causes them to pass or block light to create an image |
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LCD projector |
a digital projector that passes light through a prism, which divides the light into three beams-red, green, blue-that are then passed through an LCD screen |
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LED (light-emitting diode) |
an electronic component that emits light when an electrical current is passed through it |
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Machine cycle |
the four-part process used by the CPU to process each instruction:fetch, decode, execute, store. also called the instruction cycle |
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Magnetic strip reader |
an input device that can read information encoded in the magnetic strip on plastic cards, such as driver's licenses, gift cards, library cards, credit cards, and hotel door keys |
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Memory |
temporary storage that is used by a computer to hold instructions and data |
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Memory board |
a small circuit board that contains memory chips |
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Memory card |
a storage medium that uses flash memory to store data in a small, flat design |
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Microphone |
an input device that converts sound onto digital signals, and useful to chat in real time, as part of voice recognition applications in video games, and for dictating text |
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Modem |
a communication device that modulates digital into an analog signal that can be transmitted over a phone line and, on the receiving end, demodulates the analog signal back into digital data |
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Modified key |
a keyboard key, such as Ctrl, Alt, and Shift, that you press in conjunction with other keys |
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Motherboard |
the main circuit board of a computer that houses the processor (CPU) and contains drive controllers and interfaces, expansion slots, data buses, ports and connectors, the BIOS, and memory. a motherboard may also include integrated peripherals, such as video sound, and network adapters. it provides the way for devices to attach to your computer |
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Mouse |
an input device that may include one or more buttons and a scroll wheel and works by moving across a smooth surface to signal movement of the pointer. |
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Multi-core processor |
a CPU that consists of two or more processors that are integrated on a single chip |
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Near field communications (NFC) |
a method that enables devices to share data with each other by touching them together or bringing them within a few centimeters of each other |
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Network adapter |
a communication device used to establish a connection with a network; may be onboard, an expansion card, or a USB device, and may be wired or wireless |
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Noise-cancelling headphones |
an audio output device that reduces the effect of ambient noise; especially useful in noisy environments such as airplanes. |
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Nonvolatile memory |
a memory chip that needs no power to retain information |
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OLED (organic light-emitting diode) |
a monitor composed of extremely thin panels of organic molecules sandwiched between two electrodes |
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Optical disc |
a from of removable storage that stores digital data by using a laser |
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Optical mouse |
an input device that detects motion by bouncing light from a red LED (light-emmitting diode) off the surface below it |
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Optical scanner |
an input device used to convert a photo or document into a digital file |
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Output device |
a device, for example a printer or monitor, that returns processed information to the user |
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Parallel processing |
the process of using multiple processors, or multi-core processors, to divide up processing tasks |
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Peripheral devices |
the components that serve the input, output, and storage functions of a computer |
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Photo printer |
a printer that prints high-quality photos on special photo paper |
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Pipelining |
a process used by a single processor to process multiple instructions simultaneously; as soon as the first instruction has moved from the fetch to the decode stage, the processor fetches the next instruction |
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Pixel |
the term that is the shortened version of picture element, and which represents a single point on a display screen. each pixel contains three colors: red, green, and blue (RGB) |
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Plasma screen monitor |
a large display type that works by passing an electric current through gas sealed in thousands of cells inside the screen. the current excites the gas, which in turn excites the phosphors that coat the screen to pass light through the image |
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Point-and-shoot |
the easiest, least expensive type of digital camera |
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Pointing device |
an input device, such as a mouse or touchpad, that enables you to interact with objects by moving a pointer on the computer screen |
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Port |
a connection point that is used to attach peripheral devices to the motherboard |
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Processor |
the brain of a computer housed inside the system unit on the motherboard. also known as CPU |
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QR code |
a digital code that can be scanned to learn more information |
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QWERTY |
the first alphabetic keys on the upper left of the keyboard |
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RAM (random access memory) |
a volatile form of memory that stores the operating systems, programs, and data the computer is currently using |
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Resistive screen |
a touchscreen that can sense pressure and can used with a finger or ordinary stylus |
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Resolution |
the number of horizontal by vertical pixels on a display screen image; for example, 1280 x 1024 or 1920 x 1080 |
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RFID (radio frequency identification) |
a digital technology that uses RFID tags to provide information and is used in inventory tracking, electronic toll collection, and contactless credit card transactions |
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RFID scanner |
an input device that can be read the information in an RFID tag, such as those found on credit cards and passports |
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RFID tag |
a digital tag that contains a tiny antenna for receiving and sending a radio-frequency signal |
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ROM (read-only memory) |
a nonvolatile from of memory that does not need power to keep its data |
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SATA (serial ATA) |
the standard internal drive interface used to connect drives to the motherboard |
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Scanner |
an input device that increases the speed and accuracy of data entry and converts information into a digital format that can be saved, copied, and manipulated |
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Shutter lag |
the time between pressing the shutter button and the camera snapping the picture |
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SODIMM (small outline dual in-line memory module) |
the type of RAM used by most notebook computers |
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Solid-state storage |
a non-mechanical storage format that stores data by using flash memory on a chip |
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Sound card |
provides audio connections for both input devices-microphones and synthesizers- and output devices- speakers and headphones |
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Speakers |
output devices that convert digital signals from a computer or media player into sound |
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Stylus |
a special pen-like input device |
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Surround system |
a technique used in movies and video games that makes it sound as if ht audio surrounds the listener |
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System unit |
the case that encloses and protects the power supply, motherboard, processor (CPU), and memory of a computer |
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Thermal printer |
a printer that creates an image by heating special coated high-sensitive paper, which changes color where the heat is applied |
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Three-dimensional (3D) printer |
a printer that can create objects such as prototypes and models |
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Toggle key |
a keyboard key, such as CapsLock or NumLock, that turns a feature on or off when pressed |
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Touchpad |
an input device that detects your finger moving across the touch-sensitive surface |
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Touchscreen |
an input device that can accept input from a finger or stylus |
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USB (Universal Serial Bus) |
a standard port type used to connect many kinds of devices, including printers, mice, keyboards, digital cameras, cell phones, and external drives. up to 127 devices can share a single USB port |
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Video card |
the card that provides the data signal and connection for a monitor or projector. also called a display adapter |
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Voice-recognition software |
a program that enables you to control a computer verbally and dictate text |
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Volatile memory |
memory that loses information when the power is turned off |
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VRAM (video RAM) |
the memory found on a display adapter |
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Wearable tech |
computing devices that are worn on the body, such as wearable computers, virtual reality headsets, and smart watches |
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Webcam |
a specialized video camera that provides visual input for online communication |
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Wireless adapter |
a network adapter used to connect to WiFi networks |
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Alignment |
the placement of paragraph text relative to the left and right margin |
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Alignment guides |
green lines that display when you are sizing or moving a picture or object relative to text in the document |
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American Psychological Association (APA) |
one of the two commonly used style guides for formatting research papers |
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Artistic effects |
formats applied to images that make pictures resemble sketches or paintings |
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Bibliography |
a list of cited works in a report or research paper; also referred to as Works Cited, Sources, or References, depending on the report style |
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Center alignment |
the alignment of text or objects that is centered horizontally between the left and right margins |
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Citation |
a note inserted into the text of a report or research paper that refers the reader to a source in the bibliography |
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Collaboration |
the action of working together with others as a team in an intellectual endeavor to complete a shared task or achieve a shared goal |
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Column break indicator |
a single dotted line containing the words Column Break that indicates a manual column break is inserted |
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Drawing objects |
graphic objects, such as shapes, diagrams, lines, or circles |
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Edit |
the actions of making changes or text to graphics in an Office file |
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Field |
a placeholder that displays preset content, such as the current date, the file name, a page number, or other store information |
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Find |
a command used to locate text in a document quickly |
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Find and Replace |
a command used to search for text and replace it with different text |
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Floating object |
a graphic that can be moved independently of the surrounding text characters |
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Format Painter |
an Office feature to copy formatting one location to another |
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Formatting marks |
characters that display on the screen but do not print, indicating where the Enter key, the Spacebar, and the Tab key are pressed; also called nonprinting characters |
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Graphics |
pictures, clip art images, charts, or drawing objects |
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Hanging indent |
an indent style in which the first line of a paragraph extends to the left of the remaining lines of the entry; commonly used for bibliographic entries |
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Hyperlink |
text, buttons, pictures, or other objects that, when clicked, access other webpages, other sections of the active page, or another document |
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Indentation |
moving the beginning of the first line of a paragraph to the right or left of the rest of the paragraph to provide visual cues to the reader and help provide visual cues to the reader and help divide the document text and make it easier to read |
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Inline object |
an object or a graphic inserted in a document that acts like a character in a sentence |
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Justified alignment |
an arrangement of text in which the text aligns evenly on both the left and right margins |
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Layout Options button |
a button that displays when an object is selected that has commands to choose how the object interacts with surrounding text |
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Left alignment |
an arrangement of text in which the text aligns at the left margin, leaving the right margin uneven |
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Line spacing |
the distance between lines of text in a paragraph |
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Manual line break |
a command that forces a page to end at the insertion point location and then places any subsequent text at the top of the next page |
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Margins |
the space between the text and the top, bottom, left, and right edges of the paper |
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Microsoft Office 365 |
a set of secure online services that enable people in an organization to communicate and collaborate by using any Internet-connected device-a computer, a tablet,or a mobile phone |
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Modern Language Association (MLA) |
on of the two commonly used style guides for formatting research papers |
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Nameplate |
the banner on the from page of a newsletter that identifies the publication |
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Nonprinting characters |
characters that display on the screen but do not print; also called formatting marks |
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Nudge |
the action of moving an object in small encrements |
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Page break indiacator |
a dotted line with the text Page Break that indicates where a manual page break is inserted |
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Parenthetical references |
in MLA style, a citation that refers to items on the Works Cited page and that is placed in parentheses; the citation includes the last name of the author or authors and the page number in the referred source |
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Picture styles |
frames, shapes, shadows, borders, and other special effects that you can add to an image to create an overall visual style |
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Section |
a portion a document that can be formatted differently from the rest of the document |
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Section break |
a double dotted line that indicates the end of one section and the beginning of another section |
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Shape |
an object such as a line, an arrow, a box, a callout, or a banner |
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SmartArt graphics |
designer-quality visual representations of information that can communicate your messages of ideas more effectively than plain text and that adds visual interest to a document or webpage |
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Spin box |
a small box with an up- and down-pointing arrow that lets you move rapidly through a set of values by clicking |
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Style guides |
manuals that contain standards for the design and writing of documents |
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Styles |
a group of formatting commands, such as font, font size, font color, paragraph alignment, and line spacing, that can be applied to a paragraph with one command |
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Subpoints |
secondary-level information in a SmartArt graphic |
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Synonyms |
words that have the same or similar meaning |
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Text effects |
decorative formats, such as shadowed or mirrored text, text glow, 3-D effects, and colors that make text stand out |
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Team |
a group of workers tasked with working together to solve a problem, make a decision, or create a work product |
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Text box |
a movable, resizable container for text or graphics |
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Text wrapping |
the manner in which text displays around an object |
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Thesaurus |
a research tool that provides a list of synonyms |
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Top-level points |
the main points in a SmartArt graphic |
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Wordwrap |
the feature that moves text from right edge of a paragraph to the beginning of the next line as necessary to fit within the margins |
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Works Cited |
in MLA style, a list of cited works places at the end of a research paper or report |
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AutoCorrect |
a feature that corrects common typing and spelling errors as you type, for example, changing teh to the |
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Body |
the text of a letter |
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Building block |
reusable content that may include text, formatting, objects, and fields |
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Bullet |
a text symbol such as a circle or check mark that precedes each item in a bulleted list |
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Bulleted list |
a list of items in which each item is introduced by a symbol; useful when items in the list can be displayed in any order |
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Cell |
the box at the intersection of a row and a column in a table |
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Cloud computing |
applications and services that are accessed over the Internet with multiple devices |
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Complimentary closing |
a parting farewell in a business letter |
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Content control |
in a template, an area indicated by placeholder text that can be used to add text, pictures, dates, or lists |
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Copy |
a command that duplicates a selection and places it on the Clipboard. a selection can be copied from within the same document or application or from another |
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Cover letter |
a document that you send to accompany your resume and provide additional information |
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Date line |
the first line in a business letter that contains the current date and that is position just below the letterhead if a letterhead is used |
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Drag-and-drop |
a technique by which you can move, by dragging, selected text from one location in a document to another |
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Enclosures |
additional documents included with a business letter |
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Inside address |
the name and address of the person receiving the letter; positioned below the date line |
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Letterhead |
the personal or organization information that displays at the top of a letter |
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No Paragraph Style |
the built-in paragraph style- available from the Paragraph Spacing command |
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Normal template |
the template that serves as a basis for all Word documents |
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Numbered list |
a list of items in which each item is introduced by a number or letter to indicate definitive steps, a sequence of actions, or chronological order |
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Office Web Apps |
the online companions to the desktop versions of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote with which you can create, access, share, and perform light editing on Microsoft Office documents from any device using a web browser |
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Paste |
a command that places the text that has been cut or copied from one location to another |
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PDF (Portable Document Format) |
a file format that preserves the look of your file and can be viewed on most computers |
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Permissions |
access rights that define the ability of an individual or groups to view or make changes to documents |
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Placeholder text |
the text in content control that indicates the type of information to be entered in a specific location |
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Salutation |
the greeting line of a business letter |
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Subject line |
the optional line following the inside address in a business letter that states the purpose of the letter |
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Template |
an existing document that you can use as a starting point for a new document; it opens a copy of itself, unnamed, and then you use the structure-and possibly some content, such as headings-as the starting point for a new document |
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Text control |
a content control that accepts only a text entry |
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Web browser |
software such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Chrome, that displays webpages |
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Writer's identification |
the name and title of the author of a letter, placed near the bottom of the letter under the complimentary closing- also referred to as the writer's signature block |
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Writer's signature block |
the name and title of the author of a letter, placed near the bottom of the letter, under the complimentary closing-also referred to as the writer's identification |
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Right alignment |
an arrangement of text in which the text aligns at the right margin with an uneven left margin |
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PDF Reflow |
a feature in Word 2013 with which you can edit PDF documents |
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Single spacing |
the common name for line spacing in which there is no extra space before or after a paragraph and uses the line spacing of 1 |
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Table |
an arrangement of information organized into rows and columns |
