Computers & Devices
Internet & Safety
Phone Use
Digital Actions
Computer Use
100

A mobile device that can use apps and internet

Smartphone    

100

To look for information on the internet

To Surf The Net

100

To send a written message with your phone via SMS

To Text

100

A program you download and use on your phone

App    

100

Simple things you do on a computer, like typing or clicking (starts with a T)

Tasks    

200

The flat part of a device where you see images and text

Screen    

200

Protection against online attacks or dangers

Cybersecurity    

200

The strength of your phone’s connection to the internet

Signal    

200

To send a file or photo from your device to the internet

Upload    

200

The physical parts of a computer you can touch

Hardware    

300

A device used to give power to a phone or computer

Charger    

300

People who break into computer systems

Hackers    

300

A way to use your phone without holding it

Hands-Free

300

Messages that pop up to tell you information from apps

Notifications    

300

Programs that run on a computer, not physical

Software    

400

The main chip that controls the speed of a computer

Processor    

400

A hidden part of the internet used for illegal activities

The Dark Web

400

To return a phone call

To Call (Somebody) Back

400

To install the newest version of a program or app

To Update

400

Online storage where you keep files on the internet

Cloud    

500

A fast type of storage drive in a computer, "solid state drive"

SSD    

500

Actions you take to stay safe online

Precautions    

500

To call someone by accident when your phone is in your pocket

To Pocket Dial

500

To change a message from code into normal language


Decode    

500

The detailed technical information about a device

Specifications    

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