The smallest piece of information used by the computer. Derived from "binary digit". In computer language, either a one (1) or a zero (0).
What is a bit.
100
A device that connects networks and transfers a packet of data when it is addressed to a computer on a connecting network.
What is a router.
200
The process of starting up a computer.
What is booting.
200
A group of bits, including data and control information, such as a source and destination address, an identification number, and error control information, transmitted as a unit.
What is a packet.
300
The processing chip that is the "brains" of a computer.
What is the Central Processing Unit. (CPU)
300
A unique number identifying all devices connected to the Internet. This number is usually shown in groups of numbers from 0 to 255, separated by periods, for example 207.46.230.218.
What is an Internet Protocol (IP) address.
400
The system software that controls the computer.
What is the operating system.
400
The general name of the system for converting easy to remember names (such as www.uchicago.edu) into IP addresses (for example, 128.135.12.53).
What is Domain Name System (DNS).
500
The temporary holding area where data is stored while it is being used or changed.
What is memory.
500
A computer that stores application and data files for all workstations on a network.