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Fahima Varu IT GCSE English 103 cards

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  1. 13GThird generation wireless communication which allows high speed wireless data transfer.
  2. 2Acceptable use policy (AUP)Rules to which users agree to reduce the misuse of ICT. Often found on social networking/collaborative sites i.e. schools
  3. 3BackupA copy of data that is made in case the original data is lost or damage. The backup can be used to restore the original data.
  4. 4BandwidthThe amount of data that can fit through an internet connection. You can compare it to a ten lane motorway which can fit more cars on it than a four lane motorway. Bandwidth is measured in bits per second (bps).This indicates the number of bits of information that can fit down the line in one second. Kb or KBPS means thousands of bits per seconds, MB or MBS means millions of bits in seconds
  5. 5BiometricAn automated method of recognizing a person based on physical characteristics. Among the features, measures are faced,,fingerprints, hand geometry, iris and voice
  6. 6BlogA shared online journal where people can post diary entries about the personal experiences and hobbies.
  7. 7Blue-jackingThe sending of unwanted messages to other over Bluetooth devices.
  8. 8BluetoothAllows the exchange of data over short distances from fixed and mobile devices. In order for devices to communicate they must be able to understand the Bluetooth rules (protocols)
  9. 9Blu-RayA disk that enables the recording, rewriting and playback of high-definition video and storing of large amounts of data It has five times storage capacity of traditional DVDs and can hold up to 25GB on a single-layer disk and 50GB on a dual-layer disk.
  10. 10BroadbandHigh speed connection to the internet
  11. 11BufferingDownloading a certain amounts of data into temporary storage before starting to play a file
  12. 12Card Code Verificationa set of numbers on the back of a credit card the verify that the user of the credit card is legitimate
  13. 13Cloud ComputingA system in which allows all computer programs and data is stored on a central server owned by a computer e.g. Google and accessed virtually
  14. 14CollaborativelyWorking together with other people
  15. 15CommercialRelated to a business
  16. 16CompatibleThe ability of a device to a communication and share information with another device.
  17. 17computer misuse actthis law restricts people from accessing or modifying data without permission
  18. 18Convergencewhen one device is developed to carry out functions that were originally performed by several different devices
  19. 19CookiesSmall texts files that are sent to your computer from websites. They track your behaviour and transactions
  20. 20CopyrightsGives the creator of originals work exclusive rights regarding work for a certain period of time ,including publications and adaptation.
  21. 21Copyright, designs and parents ActThis law protects people's original work from being used without their permission.
  22. 22Credit CardA plastic card issued by banks building societies and other business, which enables a person to buy goods and services without the need for cash. The holder agrees to pay back the money borrowed at a later date, sometimes with interest.
  23. 23DataSymbols characters, images and numbers are all types of data. When data is processed and acquires meaning it becomes information. Computer process data to produced information.
  24. 24Data Protection Actthis law regulates how personal information is used to protects against misuse of personal details
  25. 25Debit cardSimilar to a credit card but money is taken directly from the cardholders back account
  26. 26Digital Divideunequal access to ICT for individuals or groups ,usually due ICT for financial geographic ,health or culture.
  27. 27Digital Economy Actthis law protects copyright holders from criminals who illegally distribute copyrighted material (piracy)
  28. 28Digital Rights ManagementAllows the copyright holders or the owners of the media control over the numbers of viewings, plays and copies and even which devices the media can be played or viewed on. If you want to download a film from iTunes, you cannot burn it on to a DVD because of the DRM encoded in the
  29. 29Donglea small piece of hardware that connects to a computer and has uses including data storage and picking up Bluetooth and 3G signals. A dongle may be portable like a USB pen
  30. 30DownloadTransfer a file e.g. a video ,from a central computer to your computer.
  31. 31DVDDVDs offer higher storage capacity than a compact disc (CDs)while having the same dimensions .Blank recordable DVDs (DVD-R and DVD+R) can be recorded once using optical disc recording technologies and supported by optical disc drives and DVD recorders and then function as a DVD-ROM .Rewritable DVDs (DVD-RW ,DVD+RAM) can be recorded and erased multiple times.
  32. 32E-commerceBuying and selling goods electronically, usually over the internet
  33. 33Electric Waste (E-waste)Rubbish comprising of digital materials e.g.. old computers.
  34. 34EncryptionFor security ,data is translated into a secret code according to a set of rules in a special 'key'.To convert the data back into plain text ,the receiver must also have the key.
  35. 35ErgonomicsThe designs of equipment to increase the efficiency of the way it is used by the human body ,to promote the health of users
  36. 36EtiquetteA set of rules that people try to abide by out the respect of others people around them. Typically for the internet the word Netiquette as evolved
  37. 37FirewallA system designs to prevent unauthorised access to your computer when connected to a network such as a internet.
  38. 38Flash memory cardUsed for fast and easily transferrable information storage in digital device such as mobile phones ,media players and cameras. Flash memory is known as a solid state storage devices, meaning that there is no moving parts. Everyone is electric instead of mechanical and so it is ideal for mobile devices.
  39. 39FraudTricking someone for personal gain or to damage them
  40. 40Geotagto attach the exact geographical coordinates of longitudes and latitude to a digital image, giving the location of where it is taken.
  41. 41GlobalisationThe increasing integration of economics and societies around the world particularly through international trade
  42. 42Gps (Global Positioning System)A navigational system used in many devices which give current location
  43. 43HackerSomeone who gains unauthorised access to a computer in order to obtain data stored in it.
  44. 44HDMI(High definition multimedia interface) Required for connecting devices to show high definition video
  45. 45HDTVHigh Definition Television
  46. 46High DefinitionThe picture on a TV screen is made of lines of pixels, in a conventional TV there is 625 lines which are refreshed 25 times per second .HD has either 720 or 1080 lines, as it produces a clearer sharper image
  47. 47Hosted SoftwareHosted software also known as software as a service (SaaS) is accessed via a web browser rather than being installed on the users computer.
  48. 48Identify TheftA crime that involves someone pretending to be another person in order to steal money or obtain other benefits
  49. 49Information OverloadHaving so much information that the user feels overwhelmed.
  50. 50ISP(Internet Service Provider)
    A company that provides internet access to its customers.
  51. 51IP(internet protocol) Address the personal address of your computer(like your home address)so the servers know where to send the information you have requested.Example 93.93.221.186
  52. 52LAGslow Computer Functionality often cause by high latency or low performance hardware.
  53. 53LatencyThe time delay between the movement something is initiated and the moment it became datable
  54. 54Locally installed softwareSoftware which is installed on the users computer
  55. 55Micro blogShort messages which may include short sentences, individual images or video links. An example is Twitter.
  56. 56MultifunctionalHaving the ability to do many different things using the same device
  57. 57Near field communicationAllows the wireless exchange of data between two devices by touching them together or holding them very close to each other
  58. 58Non- physical goodsItems for sale which are delivered digitally e.g. music files from iTunes. Sometimes called DLC (download content)
  59. 59On- demand entertainmentTechnology that allows users to view programmes at time of their choosing by streaming them.
  60. 60Online bankingA service offered by banks that allows account holders to view their account information online and carry out various financial transitions.
  61. 61Online communicationA group of members of a website who communicate and share ideas online, often about shared interest.
  62. 62Open source softwareSoftware that is available to download free of charge e.g. Open office.org, which is a suite of applications.
  63. 63OverheadsThe on-going expenses of operating a business, e.g. rent, fuel bills, salaries.
  64. 64peer-to-peer (p2p)Sharing files among groups of people who are logged on to a file-sharing network.
  65. 65PeripheralsExternal devices connected to a computer e.g. printer, microphone.
  66. 66Personalised LearningLearning that is tailored towards the individual to allow them to make progress.
  67. 67Personalisation Techniquesways of making content relevant to a particular customer using their interests, geographically position ,etc.
  68. 68PhishingA form of internet fraud that aims to steal valuable information such as credit card details, usernames and passwords
  69. 69Physical goodsItems for sale which can be touched and must be delivered by post in some way
  70. 70PlagiarismCopy someone else's work and presenting it as your own.
  71. 71PrivacyThe protection of personal data
  72. 72Proprietary SoftwareSoftware for which you have to pay for a licence for use (e.g. Microsoft Office)
  73. 73ProtocolA set of rules used by computers to communicate with each other across a network
  74. 74Public DomainMaterial that are available for anyone to use for any purpose (not subject to the laws of copyright)
  75. 75QueryTo search, usually when talking about a database.
  76. 76Repetitive Strain InjuryDamage caused to the muscles tendons ligaments, nerves or joints. usually because of repeating the same action.
  77. 77RSS feedsA web feed format used for content which is frequently updated e.g. news, in a standard format so it can be added to a variety of websites.
  78. 78Sat NavA device usually used in a car that gives directions based on information received from a series of satellites.
  79. 79SD and SDHC cardsSecure digital SD cards are one type of flash memory card which store up to 2 GB of data. Secure Digital Capacity (SDHC) cards are another type of flash memory card and they are ideal for video cameras because they can store up to 32GB of data.
  80. 80Search engine indexA list of websites which have been compiled by the search engine which drastically increases speed of the searching. The search engine will search its index which takes milliseconds rather than a million of files taking hours
  81. 81Social bookmarkingA way of organising, storing and managing links to online resources, allowing users to search them easily
  82. 82Social networking siteAn online community where people can communicate and share informations
  83. 83Software as a serviceHosted software also known as software as a service (SaaS) is accessed via a web browser rather than being installed on the users computer
  84. 84Smartphonesa phone offering advance features. For example the ability to send emails and surf the internet
  85. 85SpywareSoftware that can be installed on your computer without your knowledge ,which collects information about your logins and passwords and sends details to another computer on the internet
  86. 86SSL (Secure Socket Layer)A method of encrypting data to provide security for communications over networks such as the internet TSL
    ( Transports Layer Security )
  87. 87StreamContent is sent in compressed form over the internet and displayed by the viewer in real time. When streaming the video a web user doesn't have to wait to download a file to play it. Instead the media is sent through a continuous stream of data and is played as it arrives on a special player,
  88. 88SustainabilityMeeting the needs of the present without compromising the needs of future generations.
  89. 89Target AudiencesA description of people your product are aimed at. It could their age, the language they speak, their special needs or any other characteristics relevant to the scenario you are given
  90. 90Target MarketingIdentifying a specific target audience by identifying preferences or other personal details and then creating promotional or advertising campaigns to match their preferences.
  91. 91Teleworkingworking from home but staying in touch with others with the help of technology
  92. 92Third party payment processorA business that offers costumers an alternative fast, safe method to pay fro online goods and services.
  93. 93Transactional DataData which is gathered as part of a users online activity. When buying something online this could include information about a product brought but also personal details from the buyer such as address and payment details.
  94. 94TrojanA program that appears legitimate but which performs some harmful activity when it runs. It may be used to locate passwords information or to make the system more vulnerable to future entry or simple destroys programs or data on the hard drive. A Trojan is similar to a virus except that it does not replace itself.it stays in the computer doing its damage or allowing somebody from a remote site to take control of the computer. Often sneak in attached to a free game.
  95. 95UploadTransfer a file from your computer to a central computer.eg. your IPS
  96. 96User-generated reference sitesUser-generated references sites allows users to generate content collaboratively on a website to which others can refer to inform their research
  97. 97ValidityBased on truth or reason.it is important to judge whether information found online is valid because it could be biased or untruthful
  98. 98Viral MarketingA marketing strategy that encourages people to pass on a marketing message to their friends.it uses interesting and entertaining content that people will want to share. Viral marketing uses multimedia to make the message memorable.
  99. 99Virtual Learning EnvironmentAn online system for education with areas for homework classes teachers and pupil space.
  100. 100VirusA program designed to cause other programs on a computer to malfunction or stop working altogether
  101. 101VoIP (voice OVER internet protocol)This technology is used to make telephone calls via the internet usually at a cheaper cost.
  102. 102Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity)It is similar to Bluetooth in that is used to exchange data wirelessly, but the signals can travel greater distances.
  103. 103WikisA type of websites that encourages collaboration by allowing users to add, edit and remove content.

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