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Technology In Action - 2
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1. 'A method of data collision detection in which a node connected to the network listens (that is - has carrier sense) to determine that no other nodes are currently transmitting data signals; short for Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Dete
bridge
CSMA/CD
notebook computer
read/write head
2. A server that manages all client-requested printing jobs for all printers on the network.
print server
Web-based application software
media access control (MAC) address
network navigation device
3. Impact of read/write head against magnetic platter of the hard drive; often results in data loss.
System Restore
head crash
window
network interface card(NIC)
4. When the operating system processes the task assigned a higher priority before processing a task that has been assigned a lower priority.
preemptive multitasking
DVD-R/RW
trackpoint device
resolution
5. A device that routes packets of data between two or more networks.
Backup and Restore utility
image editing software (photo editing software)
router
firmware
6. 'A tag that looks like a sticker or label - is attached to a batch of merchandise - and contains a microchip that holds a unique sequence of numbers used to identify the product to which it is attached.'
radio frequency identification tag (RFID tag)
terabyte (TB)
flash memory card
sound card
7. A collection of files stored on a computer.
device driver
shareware
operating system (OS)
folder
8. A circuit board with specific functions that augment the computer's basic functions and provide connections to other devices; examples include sound card and video card.
expansion card (adapter card)
source code
embedded computer
bandwidth (data transfer rate)
9. 'A program that provides traditional classroom tools - such as calendars and grade books - over the Internet - as well as areas for students to exchange ideas and information in chat rooms - discussion forums - and e-mail.'
Windows Explorer
image editing software (photo editing software)
course management software
head crash
10. Communications media that do not use cables but instead rely on radio waves to communicate.
surrond-sound speaker
productivity software
wireless media
window
11. The time it takes a storage device to locate its stored data.
access time
hard drive
network topology
DVD-R/RW
12. 'An application program - such as Microsoft Project - that helps project managers generate charts and tables used to manage aspects of a project.'
hard drive
application software
information
project management software
13. Software that provides street maps and written directions to locations.
Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB)
customer relationship management (CRM) software
mapping program
system requirements
14. Data that has been organized or presented in a meaningful fashion.
modem card
information
image editing software (photo editing software)
network navigation device
15. The radio waves or cable that transport data on a network.
megabyte(MB)
service set identifier (SSID)
Backup and Restore utility
transmission media
16. The application of computer systems and techniques to gather potential legal evidence; a law enforcement specialty used to fight high-tech crime.
interrupt handler
ethernet port
Error-Checking
computer forensics
17. System software that controls hardware devices.
firmware
course management software
online mapping service
public domain
18. 'A section of a hard drive platter - wedge-shaped from the center of the platter to the edge.'
firmware
sector
megabyte(MB)
platform
19. A network device that is used to send data between two different local area networks (LANs) or two segments of the same LAN.
wizard
random access memory (RAM)
bridge
bus (linear bus) topology
20. 'Unlike the command- and menu-driven interfaces used in earlier software - GUIs display graphics and use the point-and-click technology of the mouse and cursor - making them much more user-friendly.'
nanotechnology
network navigation device
front side bus (FSB)
graphical user interface (GUI)
21. Eight binary digits(bits)
processing
program
byte
macro
22. Part of the operating system that enables individuals to interact with the computer.
random access memory (RAM)
benchmark
user interface
data collision
23. A measure of processing speed equal to 1 million hertz.
wide area network (WAN)
firmware
modem card
megahertz(MHz)
24. 'Someone who has training in computer and peripheral maintenance and repair - network design - and the installation of network software; installs new equipment - configures computers for users - repairs equipment - and assigns network access to users
taskbar
network administrator
organic light-emitting diode(OLED) displays
client
25. The metal or plastic case that holds all the physical parts of the computer together - including the computer's processor (its brains) - its memory - and the many circuit boards that help the computer function.
power supply
packet (data packet)
system unit
all-in-one printer
26. 'The system software that controls the way in which a computer system functions - including the management of hardware - peripherals - and software.'
clock speed
multiuser operating system (network operating system)
tax preparation software
operating system (OS)
27. A network used to connect wireless devices (such as Bluetooth-enabled devices) in close proximity to each other.
copyleft
Microsoft Disk Operating System (MSDOS)
personal area network (PAN)
video card
28. 'A drive that uses the same kind of memory that flash drives use - but can reach data in only a tenth of the time a flash drive requires.'
core
eSata
solid state drive (SSD)
front side bus (FSB)
29. A mini-application developed for the Macintosh platform.
external hard drive
widget
packet screening
home area network (HAN)
30. Being familiar enough with computers that you understand their capabilities and limitations and know how to use them.
open source software
computer literate
netbook
spreadsheet software
31. The maximum speed at which data can be transmitted between two nodes on a network; usually measured in megabits per second (Mbps).
internal hard drive
source code
modem card
data transfer rate (bandwidth)
32. Any part of the computer you can physically touch.
service set identifier (SSID)
proprietary software
hardware
central processing unit(CPU or processor)
33. The process of sending jobs formerly performed in the U.S. to other countries.
taskbar
Mac OS
tax preparation software
offshoring
34. A type of monitor ( or display in a notebook or PDA) that accepts input from a user touching the screen.
touch pad
touch screen
thrashing
latency
35. Software that is delivered on demand over the Internet.
virtual reality program
Software as a Service (SaaS)
system requirements
802.11 standard
36. 'A 3D modeling program used to create automated designs - technical drawings - and model visualizations.'
throughput
computer-aided design (CAD)
DVD-RAM
desktop
37. The computer's temporary storage space or short-term memory. It is located in a set of chips on the system's motherboard - and its capacity is measured in megabytes or gigabytes.
random access memory (RAM)
word processing software
vertical market software
taskbar
38. The 802.11 standard for wireless data transmissions established by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
video card
WiFi (Wireless Fidelity)
database server
netbook
39. An expansion card that provides the computer with a connection to the internet via conventional phone lines.
modem card
open source software
system software
head crash
40. 'An application program - such as Intuit's TurboTax or H&R Block's TaxCut - for preparing state and federal taxes. Each program offers a complete set of tax forms and instructions as well as expert advice on how to complete each form.'
database server
tax preparation software
central processing unit(CPU or processor)
optical mouse
41. 'A method of optical storage for digital data - developed for storing high-definition media. It has the largest storage capacity of all optical storage options.'
node
macro
Blu-ray disc
customer relationship management (CRM) software
42. 'A hierarchical structure that include files - folders - and drives used to create a more organized and efficient computer.'
file management
directory
bridge
external hard drive
43. The maximum speed at which data can be transmitted between two nodes on a network; usually measured in megabits per second (Mbps). See also data transfer rate.
ditgital home
bandwidth (data transfer rate)
word processing software
notebook computer
44. One of the fastest ports available - moving data at 800Mbps.
router
Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB)
firewire 800
data mining
45. An expansion card that enables a computer to connect other computers or to a cable modem to facilitate a high-speed internet connection.
network interface card(NIC)
sound card
input device
network administrator
46. The discrepancy between those who have access to the oppertunities and knowledge computers and the internet offer and those who do not.
digital divide
benchmark
embedded computer
Task Scheduler utility
47. A wide area network (WAN) that links users in a specific geographic area (such as within a city or county).
shielded twisted pair (STP) cable
netbook
metropolitan area network (MAN)
access time
48. A network that uses public communication pathways (usually the Internet) to provide branch offices or employees who are not at the office with secure access to the company network. VPNs maintain privacy by using secure data communication protocols.
virtual private network (VPN)
seek time
track
nonvolatile storage
49. The first part of the label applied to a file; it is generally the name a user assigns to the file when saving it.
eSata
cache memory
file name
cursor control key
50. A computer-controlled mannequin that simulates human body functions and reactions.Patient simulators are used in training doctors - nurses - and emergency services personnel by simulating dangerous situations that would put live patients at risk.
patient simulator
computer forensics
dedicated server
extension (file type)
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