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Computer Terminology
Software: a list of instructions on the computer that run programs
(ex: MS Word)
Hardware: tangible components of the computer (ex: mouse, printer,
monitor, etc.)
Floppy Drive: drive that reads information from 3 ½” disks; holds 1.44
megabytes of information.
Zip Drive: similar to a floppy drive, but has more storage capacity;
holds the same amount of information as about 70 floppy disks.
CD-Rom Drive: drive that reads information from a compact disc; holds the
same amount of information as about 450 floppy disks.
Hard Drive: memory that holds programs, documents, etc. located inside
the computer; a 10 Gigabyte hard drive holds the same amount of information as
about 7000 floppy disks.
Icon: small graphic that represents a program or file or group of files.
Operating System: programs written to run other programs; these are
necessary to operate your computer. Examples: Windows 95, 98, NT or 2000.
Spreadsheet: a program designed to help you record, analyze and present
quantitative information; such as creating a budget or tracking stock prices.
Examples include Lotus 1-2-3 or Microsoft Excel.
Word Processor: a program designed to help you type, edit and print
written documents such as letters, memos, etc. Examples of word processing
programs include Microsoft Word or Word Perfect.
Database: a collection of data which is organized in a manner that can be
easily retrieved. They consist of fields, records, and files, much like a
telephone book. Databases are used to store large quantities of information. The
information can be viewed, sorted, manipulated, retrieved, and printed in
various ways. An example of a database is Microsoft Access.
Virus: a program that copies itself. Viruses range in seriousness from
simply irritating to severe damage. To prevent viruses in your computer, you
should consider installing an Antivirus Scanner software program and using it
regularly. You can also check the websites of major antivirus software producers
for updated software versions and new virus warnings.
HTML: (HyperText Markup Language) used to write Web pages.
HTTP: (HyperText Transfer Protocol)method used to transmit web pages
built with HTML.
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