Part 1: Matching Columns. Technology Grade 6-Virus A computer virus is a program that is designed to harm the computer. They are basically the same thing as human viruses. test 3

Modem

A modem is something that is connected to a computer to connect it to the internet or other networks. This is typically in the form of a small box that you get from your provider.

Crash

A serious computer failure; the computer itself stops working or that a program aborts unexpectedly. A crash signifies either a hardware malfunction or a very serious software bug. If your computer crashes, it is usually not your fault.

Surfing the internet

Jumping from page to page on the Web. Just as in "TV channel surfing," where one clicks the remote to go from channel to channel.

Spam Mail & Scams

Spam mail is pretty much business or people sending advertisements of their get rich quick schemes or their products to try. They are designed trick you into giving away your money or your personal details.

Folder

The folder is a system that helps in organizing the files, programs and projects on the computer. It is similar to organizing files on a shelf in your cabinet.

Reboot

To restart your computer. To do a soft reboot to your computer. Go to Start Menu, and select either Shut Down or Restart. Or if that doesn't work - press the Ctrl, Alt and Del buttons at the same time. A task window will appear, click Shut Down. The last resort, turn it off; hold in the power button until it shuts off, this is called a hard shut down

Virus

A computer virus is a program that is designed to harm the computer. They are basically the same thing as human viruses.

Download or Downloading

A download is a file, program or document that is transferred from one computer to another.

File

A file is a block of information includes word documents, pictures, music, etc. Each file is differentiated with the help of a unique file name.