Programming
What is a function?
This term refers to a named sequence of steps that performs a task.
What is an abstraction?
This is a simplified representation of something more complex.
What is the Internet?
This is the global system of interconnected networks.
What is copyright?
This refers to legal protection for creators of original works.
What is justify?
This word means “prove or support with evidence.”
What is a variable?
This stores a value for later use in a program.
What are 0 and 1?
Binary is composed of these two digits.
What is TCP/IP?
This protocol breaks data into packets for transmission.
What is algorithmic bias?
This type of bias can occur when algorithms reflect human prejudices.
What is explain?
This word means “describe what happens step by step.”
What is a logic error?
This type of error occurs when a program runs but gives unexpected results.
What is lossy compression?
This type of compression removes data that cannot be restored.
What is HTTPS?
This ensures websites are securely encrypted.
What are open source projects?
These allow multiple people to contribute to and improve code.
What is output?
This term means “to show or display the result of a program.”
What are conditionals (if-statements)?
These structures allow a program to make decisions.
What is a data chart (or graph)?
This type of visualization helps identify trends or patterns in large data sets.
What are IP addresses?
These are used to uniquely identify devices on the Internet.
What is malware?
This term refers to harmful or malicious software.
What is modify?
This word means “change the value of something.”
What is a loop (iteration)?
This is a block of code that repeats a set number of times or until a condition is met.
What is data compression?
This is a technique to reduce the size of data while keeping its meaning.
What is routing?
This is the process of finding a path to send data across networks.
What is computing ethics?
This is the ethical consideration of how computing affects society.
What is develop an algorithm?
This phrase means “write code that works.”