HARDWARE
This unit executes instructions in a computer.
CPU (Processor)
Software that controls hardware and system resources.
Operating System
Connected computers sharing information.
Network
Network protection system.
Firewall
Organized collection of data.
Database
Main board connecting all computer components.
Motherboard
A set of steps used to solve a problem.
Algorithm
Device identifier in a network.
IP Address
Securing data by coding it.
Encryption
Rows and columns structure in a database.
Table
Temporary memory used for running processes.
RAM
Programming instructions written by developers.
Code
Directs network traffic to the correct destination.
Router
Malicious software designed to cause damage.
Malware
A request for specific data.
Query
Device where data is permanently saved.
Storage
Translates code into machine language.
Compiler
Provides services and resources to other computers.
Server
Identity verification process.
Authentication
Unique identifier in a table.
Primary Key
Energy source for the computer system.
Power Supply
Process of finding and fixing errors in code.
Debugging
Consumes services provided by a server.
Client
Data theft by deception.
Phishing
Written system information for users or developers.
Documentation