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Computer Systems Glossary

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  1. 1WANWide area network- a network which covers a broad area such as a city or a county.
  2. 2LANLocal area network- a network that interconnects computers within area such as home, school, office etc.
  3. 3Output DeviceA device such as headphone which give out sound like what a projector does it gives out a image on a board the same with a monitor it gives you a picture
  4. 4Input DeviceAn input device is something that inputs information into a computer such as a scanner, barcode reader or even some MIDI instruments.
  5. 5Storage DeviceA storage device is something you can store data on such as an external hard drive and a flash drive also known as a USB stick or pen.
  6. 6SSDSolid State Drive which is an external hard drive with no moving parts and is harder to break than a normal external hard drive but solid states are more expensive.
  7. 7FireWireA fireWire is used to connect external hard drives or camcorders to the computer or laptop.
  8. 8RFIDRadio Frequency Identification Device. This device is normally put on expensive parcels or some animals such as cows.
  9. 9GPSGlobal Positioning System. Commonly used as a satnav in a vehicle. GPS requires 4 satellites to determine your location and your route.
  10. 10USBUSB known as flash drive is a portable device that can store any data.
  11. 11IP AddressIP Address is used to determine the location of a computer or laptop by what WIFI or internet connection it is on.
  12. 12SD CardSD Card commonly used in action cameras or camcorders is a portable device which can sometimes be put into the computer.
  13. 13Security KeyMainly known as a password mostly a WIFI password which is a combination of letters and numbers.
  14. 14VoIPVoice Over Internet Protocol mostly known as a phone service over the internet.
  15. 15CDCompact Disc used for playing music in CD players or in computer drives.
  16. 16DVDDigital Versatile Disc. Used for playing movies or films.
  17. 17Cloud StorageA service provided by most famous brands to store extra data at a cost.
  18. 18Open Source SoftwareIs a software with its source code made available with a liscence for copyright. it is free download
  19. 19Proprietary SoftwareYou have to pay for it it is not free.
  20. 20DMSDiary Management Software where you can organise events and share your events with your contacts.
  21. 21FirewallFirewall is a type of security that protects your computer over the internet.
  22. 22SSIDService Set Identifier which is a password protector so it is case sensitive.
  23. 23WEP, WPA, WPA2, AESThese are all types of security for the internet to keep your device safe.
  24. 24BluetoothThis is used for carphones or wireless speakers even some wireless keyboards for a Ipad
  25. 25Band widthIs the bit rate of the available or consumed data on a device.
  26. 26WIFIA facility allowing devices to connect to the internet.
  27. 27RouterIs a device in your home which broadcasts the wifi signal around the home for devices to connect to.
  28. 28ModemA combined device for example between the digital data of a computer and a analogue signal of a telephone.
  29. 29Remote WorkingRemote control e.g the cloud or mobile.
  30. 30Optical StorageIs the storage of data on a medium.
  31. 31Magnetic StorageA external harddrive which is held together by magnets
  32. 32CCTVClosed Circuit Television which is a meaning for camera monitoring systems.
  33. 33Key LoggerIs a computer program that records every key stroke.
  34. 34EthernetA system that connects every computer system to a server.
  35. 35User IDIs normally a user name and password for your computer or social media sites.
  36. 36DoSStands for Denial Of Service where no one can get on the website or it crashes.
  37. 37Data Capture FormIs designed to collect specific data they often use boxes or set amount of spaces this is designed to make sure all fields are filled in properly.
  38. 38EncryptionWhere you need a password or passkey to access the file and decrypt it.
  39. 39GUIStands for Graphical User Interface which allows users to interact with electrical devices through graphical icons and visual indicators.
  40. 40ForumForums you will find on websites where you can either ask questions or comment on others questions to help them out.
  41. 41PhishingIs the attempt to acquire usernames and passwords and other sensitive information illegally by hacking.
  42. 42Radio ButtonsRadio Buttons are found in forums where you can only have one choice e.g Male or Female.
  43. 43PasswordPassword is what protects your data like you have a password on your phone or computer it is protecting your data.
  44. 44Data UserA data user is someone who uses information about others.
  45. 45Information CommissionerIs a person in the government who uses data freely.
  46. 46Peer To Peer File TransferSharing digital media using networking technology.
  47. 47NFCNear Filed Communication is smartphones which can send a signal to e.g a machine within 10cm to let you in a building or pay for a meal using your bank account.

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FlashCards sobre Computer Systems Glossary, criado por bensquires012 em 12-02-2015.
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