Mircosoft Windows 8 Bcc Bss-101 #8

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A device that provides wireless access to a wired Ethernet network. An _____ ______ plugs into a wired router and sends out a wireless signal, which other wireless computers and devices use to connect to the wired network. (WIN 416)

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access point

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A power plan that provides enough power for typical computing tasks while conserving energy consumption (WIN 394)

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Balanced plan

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A type of cord that connects computers to each other and to other devices, such as hubs and routers (WIN 416)

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cable

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A power-saving state in which current data and system settings are saved to the hard disk, the computer is put into a power-saving state, and then the computer is turned off. (WIN 402)

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hibernation

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A power plan that provides the highest level of performance on your mobile computer but consumes the most energy. (WIN 400)

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High performance power plan

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A residential LAN that enables communication among the devices in a home or a small office (usually less than 10 people) (WIN 424)

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home network

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A group of computers on a home network that can share files and printers (WIN 422)

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homegroup

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A power setting that starts a computer quickly after it's been shut down, also called fast startup. (WIN 8402)

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hybrid boot

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A power-saving state in which current data and system settings are saved to temporary memory and to the hard disk and the computer is put into a low-power state without turning off the power. (WIN 402)

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hybrid sleep

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To become part of a homegroup, and to make folders and other resources available to other users in the homegroup (WIN 422)

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join

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A portable computer that is smaller than the average briefcase and light enough to carry comfortably. A ______ computer has a flat screen and keyboard that fold together and a battery pack that provides several hours of power, also called a notebook computer. (WIN 396)

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laptop computer

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A network of computers and other hardware devices that reside in the same physical space, such as an office building (WIN 414)

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local area network (LAN)

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A computer that be easily transported, such as a laptop, notebook, or tablet PC. (WIN 396)

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mobile computing device Also called a mobile personal computer (PC).

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A device that sends and receives data over telephone or cable lines and is connected to your computer (WIN 416)

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modem

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A mobile computer similar to a notebook, but used primarily to access the Internet and email services. (WIN 396)

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netbook

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An internal or external device that connects a computer to a network (WIN 415)

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network adapter

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A device that connects two or more computers to a network (WIN 416)

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network hub

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A device that connects a computer to a network (WIN 415)

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network interface card (NIC)

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A series of hexadecimal numbers assigned by Windows for the protection of your wireless network. You must enter the ___ _____ ___to access computer or network resources. (WIN 419)

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network security key or passphrase.

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A device that connects two or more computers to a network (WIN 416)

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network switch

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The way computers on a network connect to one another. (WIN 414)

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network technology

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A copy of a network file that you can access even when you are not connected to the network. (WIN 423)

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offline file

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A combination of letters, numbers, and symbols in more than one word that you use to access computer or network resources (WIN 419)

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passphrase or network security key

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The list of shutdown options that appears when you click the Power button on the Settings menu (WIN 403)

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power menu

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A collection of hardware and system settings that define how a computer consumes power. (WIN 394)

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power plan

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A power plan that slows system performance and lowers the brightness of the display to extend battery life for mobile computer users who are working away from power outlets for several hours (WIN 394)

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Power saver plan

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A collection of options that prepare a computer for a presentation(WIN 395)

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presentation settings

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A technology that allows you to use one computer to connect to a remote computer in a different location (WIN 438)

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Remote Desktop Connection

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An authentication method that allows computers running Windows 7 or Windows 8 to connection via a Remote Desktop Connection. This option provides more security and can protect remote computers from hackers and malware. (WIN 438)

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Remote Desktop with Network Level Authentication (NLA)

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A device that directs network traffic by connecting computers and networks to each other and letting you share a single Internet connection among several computers. (WIN 416)

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router

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A name you use to identify your wireless network. (WIN 417)

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service set identifier (SSID)

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A Windows feature that synchronizes files on one PC, such as a desktop computer, with those on another device, such as a desktop PC, network computer, portable music player, digital camera, or mobile phone. (WIN 395)

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Sync Center

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A set of rules specifying which files and folders you want to sync, where to sync them, and when. (WIN 423)

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sync partnership

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To copy files from one computer to another device, such as another computer, network server, portable music player, digital camera, or mobile phone. (WIN 423)

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synchronize (or sync)

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A portable computer that is smaller than a laptop or notebook and that works like an electronic slate; that is, a stylus and a touch screen are used to make selections and enter information instead of a keyboard and a pointing device. (WIN 396)

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tablet PC (or tablet)

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Access to shared files that allows specified users to read, but not change the files (WIN 428)

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View access

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Access to shared files that allows specified users to read and change the files (WIN 428)

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View and edit access

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A control panel for managing a mobile computer (WIN 395)

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Windows Mobility Center