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- 1ValidationIs an automatic computer check to ensure that the data entered is sensible and reasonable. It does not check the accuracy of data.
- 2VerificationTo check that the data on the original source document is identical to the data that you have entered into the system or object document.
- 3DataIs words, numbers, dates, images, sounds etc. without context.
- 4InformationIs a collection of words, numbers, dates, images, sounds etc. put into context, i.e. to give them meaning.
- 5KnowledgeIs the ability to understand information and to then form judgements, opinions, make predictions and decisions based on that understanding.
- 6Local Area Network (LAN)A network of computers that covers a small area, e.g. a school or college.
- 7Wide Area Network (WAN)Is a computer network that joins computers together over long distances.
- 8InputData which is inserted into a system for processing and/or storage.
- 9OutputData which is sent out of a system.
- 10Processing timeThe time it takes for a processor to process an input and generate an output
- 11SoftwareThe programs, applications and data in a computer system. Any parts of a computer system that aren't physical.
- 12SwitchA device for connecting computers and other network capable devices together to form a network
- 13CableA data communications technology that provides broadband internet speeds over the cable television infrastructure.
- 14BroadbandA high-speed internet connection.
- 15Geographic Information System (GIS)A system which manages and displays geographical information such as satellite navigation.
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- GCSE IT Flashcards on ICT Keywords, created by Josh Simkins on 03/05/2017.
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