LEVEL 1
computer software created for a particular task or tasks
App
computer memory that is temporarily used to allow programs to operate
RAM
suggests that the number of transistors that can be placed in an integrated circuit will double every 18 months, increasing its speed
Moore's Law
the physical parts of a computer
Hardware
sending data, such as media files, from a local computer system to another computer or server
Uploading
receiving data, such as media files, from another server or another computer system
Downloading
a computer application that simulates a paper accounting worksheet
Spreadsheet
something that you can add to a software application to enhance its abilities
Plug-In
a vast global computer network, which links smaller computer networks together
Internet
a highly portable computer shaped like a pad of paper, featuring a touchscreen
Tablet
computer network that allows for software and hardware to be placed on it, thereby removing the need to have them stored on your computer
Cloud Computing
a group of programs that give instructions to a computer so that it functions
Software
a group of software programs that provide instructions to a computer so that it may operate
Operating System
a service that is usually operated by a company in order to provide access to the internet through servers
Hosting Service
another term for the CPU of a computer – the central processing unit that runs computer programs
Proccesor
unit carries out the functions in a computer
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
email that’s sent out to a large group of people who didn’t sign up to receive it
SPAM
a way in which software is developed that allows access to the source code of an application or software and is free to update and use
Open Source
the owners of a cellphone network
Carrier
the process of designing, writing, testing, debugging, and maintaining the source code of computer programs
Programming
computer device that reads, writes, and stores digital data.
Hard Disk Drive
a type of 2-D bar code, consisting of black modules in a square pattern on a white background, that can hold a large amount of any kind of data
QR Code
a computer program used to display information, normally in the form of a slideshow
Presentation
any data or information in a computer
Memory
Being safe, respectful, and responsible online
Digital Citizenship