Vocab 1
The physical parts of a device you can touch.
Hardware
A type of malicious software, or malware, that spreads between computers and causes damage to data and software.
Virus
A number system that only uses two digits ( 1 and 0)
Binary
Any hardware device or process that converts processed digital data into a human-readable or usable physical form.
Output
The collection of digital practices, tools, and protocols designed to protect digital data from unauthorized access, corruption , or theft across its entire lifecycle.
Data Security
Data you can put into a computer.
Input
Software that generates revenue by automatically displaying online advertisements.
Adware
The technology consisting of computer components for recording and storing digital media and electronic data.
Storage
The vast interconnected network of physical devices, home appliances, and equipment embedded with sensors, software, and network connectivity that collect and exchange data online.
IoT
Tangible, structural measures implemented to prevent physical contact, unauthorized entry, or damage to facility hardware and server rooms.
Physical Security
The gaining of unauthorized access to data in a system or computer.
Hacking
A unit of digital information that most commonly consists of eight bits.
Byte
Software that is designed to allow a computer user to interact with the operating system of a machine or system.
User Interface
A legal doctrine that allows limited use of copyrighted material without acquiring permission from the rights holder, typically for purposes such as criticism, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research
Fair Use
An umbrella term (short for "malicious software") encompassing any code, program, or script deliberately engineered to compromise, disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems.
Malware
Core engine of a computing system.
CPU
A set of files that help your computer's operating system interface with certain pieces of hardware, like a graphics card.
Driver
A form of data security in which information is converted to ciphertext.
Encryption
The unauthorized copying, downloading, distribution, or commercial use of copyrighted software programs.
Software Piracy
A dangerous form of malware that encrypts a victim's files, databases, or operating system, rendering them inaccessible until a monetary ransom (frequently in cryptocurrency) is paid to the attacker.
Ransomware
System software that manages computer hardware and software resources.
Operating System
Device that is used to store data or programs.
Memory
Malicious software that enters a user's computer, gathers data from the device and user, and sends it to third parties without their consent.
Spyware
A legally binding set of rules, codes of conduct, and network guidelines that users must agree to follow in order to access a school, library, or corporate computer network.
AUP
Creations of the human mind protected by law, including inventions, literacy and artistic works, designs, symbols, names, and images used in commerce.
Intellectual Property (IP)