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Computer System Glossary

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  1. 1WANwide area network
  2. 2LANlocal area network
  3. 3Output DeviceAny information that displays or prints
  4. 4Input Devicesused to provide data and control signals to an information processing system
  5. 5Storage Devicea piece of the computer that contains data and files
  6. 6SSDstorage device containing flash memory, used in place of a hard disk because of its much greater speed.
  7. 7FireWirea standard high-performance serial bus for connecting digital devices together or to a computer.
  8. 8RFIDradio frequency identification is a technology that incorporates the use of electromagnetic coupling in the radio frequency portion of the electromagnetic spectrum to uniquely identify an object
  9. 9GPSThe Global Positioning System is a space-based satellite navigation system that provides location in all weather conditions
  10. 10USBUniversal Serial Bus is an industry that defines the cables, connectors and communications protocols used in a bus for connection and power supply between computers
  11. 11IP Addressa unique string of numbers separated by full stops that identifies each computer
  12. 12SD cardA Secure Digital Card is an ultra small flash memory card
  13. 13Security keyis like a password that allows you to access a wireless network
  14. 14VoIPVoice over Internet Protocol is a category of hardware and software that enables people to use the Internet as the transmission medium for telephone calls by sending voice data in packets using IP
  15. 15CD'Certificate Of Deposit' used to store files and documents
  16. 16DVDdigital video disc is a type of compact disc able to store large amounts of data, especially high-resolution audiovisual material
  17. 17Cloud StorageCloud storage is a model of data storage where the digital data is stored in logical pools
  18. 18Open source softwareOpen source software is software whose source code is available for modification or enhancement by anyone.
  19. 19Proprietary softwaresoftware that is owned by an individual or a company you need permission to access
  20. 20DMSA document management system used to track and store documents.
  21. 21Firewallprotect a network or system from unauthorized access with a firewall.
  22. 22SSID32 alphanumeric character unique identifier attached to the header of packets sent over a wireless local-area network that acts as a password when a mobile device tries to connect to the basic service set
  23. 23WEP, WPA, WPA2, AESA Wi-Fi security protocol
  24. 24Bluetoothsend from one electronic device to another via Bluetooth.
  25. 25Bandwidtha range of frequencies within a given band, in particular that used for transmitting a signal.
  26. 26Wi-Fia facility allowing devices to connect to the Internet or communicate with one another wirelessly within a particular area.
  27. 27RouterA router is a device that forwards data packets along networks.
  28. 28Modema combined device for modulation and demodulation, for example, between the digital data of a computer and the analogue signal of a telephone line.
  29. 29Remote workingusing a secondary computer to control your primary
  30. 30Optical storageOptical storage is the storage of data on an optically readable medium.
  31. 31Magnetic storageMagnetic storage is the storage of data on a magnetized medium
  32. 32CCTVclosed-circuit television is a TV system in which signals are not publicly distributed but are monitored
  33. 33Key loggera computer program that records every keystroke made by a computer user
  34. 34Etherneta system for connecting a number of computer systems to form a local area network
  35. 35User IDuser ID is a unique positive integer assigned by a Unix-like operating system to each user.
  36. 36DoSDisk Operating System was the first widely-installed operating system for personal computers.
  37. 37Data capture formthe action or process of gathering data, especially from an automatic device, control system, or sensor.
  38. 38EncryptionEncryption is the most effective way to achieve data security.
  39. 39GUIIn computing, a graphical user interface is a type of interface that allows users to interact with electronic devices through graphical icons
  40. 40Foruma meeting or medium where ideas and views on a particular issue can be exchanged.
  41. 41Phishingthe fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information
  42. 42Radio buttonsan icon representing one of a set of options, only one of which can be selected at any time.
  43. 43Passwordsecret word or phrase that must be used to gain admission to a place.
    a string of characters that allows access to a computer, interface, or system.
  44. 44Data userA data user refers to a person involved in accessing and investigating integrated datasets for statistical and research purposes
  45. 45Information CommissionerThe role of Information Commissioner differs from nation to nation.
  46. 46Peer to peer file transferP2P file sharing allows users to access media files such as books, music, movies, and games using a P2P software program
  47. 47NFCnear-field communication, is an easy and intuitive technology that allows you to use your mobile phone for special purposes.

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