DIT Semester 1 Course Review

File Extension Examples

.docx (Microsoft Word document), .doc (Microfoft Word prior to Microsoft 7), .jpg or .jpeg (image), .xlsx (Excel), .mp3 (audio file), .pdf (Acrobat -Portable document format), .ppt or pptx (Microsoft PowerPoint)

Ease of Access

A collection of settings to make Windows 10 easier to use for those who have physical, visual, or hearing impairment.

Computer Operating System

A computer program that manages all the other programs on your computer, stores files in an organized manner, enables you to use software programs, and coordinates the use of computer hardware such as the keyboard and mouse.

Defragment

A drive maintenance procedure that rearranges fragments or parts of files on a magnetic hard drive so each file is stored on the drive in contiguous clusters. This helps your computer run more efficiently.

Computer Network

A number of computers that are linked together so that they can exchange data.

Commitment

A promise or pledge to do something

Child Folder

A subfolder of the current folder.

Display Resolutions

Amount of pixels that are in a frame on a screen. The recommended resolution is 800 x 600 for Windows 10.

Compromise

An agreement or a settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions (giving something up).

Backup

An exact copy of a system's information

CTSO

Career and Technical Student Organizations; provide students with opportunities to develop their leadership skills

Local Area Network (LAN)

Computers sharing a network in the same building

Wide Area Network (WAN)

Computers sharing a network over a large area

Cloud Storage

Internet service that provides storage to computer users

Cookies

Small computer programs left behind on your computer when you visit a website.

Conflict Resolustion

The process by which two or more parties reach a peaceful resolution to a dispute.

Internet

a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange

Server

a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network

Peripherals

a device or unit that operates separately from the CPU but is connected to it

Template

a document that contains formatting, styles, and sample text that you can use to create new documents

Sync Center

a feature that allows you to keep information in sync between your computer and files stored in folders on network servers

Respect

a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements

File Extension

a group of three or four letters occurring after a period in a file name, indicating the format of the file

Sleep Mode

a low-power state of a computer, that allows it to be restarted quickly

Intranet

a network designed for the exclusive use of computer users within an organization that cannot be accessed by users outside the organization

Virus

a piece of code that is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect, such as corrupting the system or destroying data

Extranet

a private network that uses Internet technologies to share business information with select corporate partners or key customers

Trojan Horse

a program downloaded and installed on a computer that appears harmless, but is, in fact, malicious

Software

a program or instructions that give directions to the computer.

Public Folders

a quick and easy way to share files and information; viewable by other users and devices with the proper settings and restrictions set by default by the application

Product Key

a string of characters that certifies that a user is authorized to install a program

Phishing

a technique to gain personal information for the purpose of identity theft, usually by means of fraudulent e-mail

Responsibility

a thing that one is required to do as part of a job, role, or legal obligation

Spyware

a type of Malware that locates and saves data from users without them knowing about it

Guest Account

account used for users who need temporary access to the computer

Telnet

allows users to test connectivity to remote machines and issue commands through the use of a keyboard; is one of the simplest ways to check connectivity on certain ports

Task Manager

allows you to view each of the tasks (processes) and the overall performance of the computer

Organization

an efficient and orderly approach to tasks

Trust

an obvious or accepted fact

Webinar

an online event that is hosted by an organization/company and broadcast to a select group of individuals through their computers via the Internet; sometimes also referred to as a "webcast", "online event" or "web seminar"

Input Device

any hardware component that allows you to enter data and instructions into a computer or mobile device

Output Device

any piece of computer hardware equipment which converts information into human-readable form

Ethical Behavior

behavior that conforms to a society's accepted principles of right and wrong

IEEE 1394

commonly known as FireWire, is a standard connection type for many different kinds of electronic devices such as digital video cameras, some printers and scanners, external hard drives and other peripherals

Universal Serial Bus (USB)

connector interface designed to connect computer and peripheral devices, such as printers, mouses, keyboards, USB flash drives and external hard drives

Worms

destructive programs that replicate themselves without requiring another program to provide a safe environment for replication

Firewire

enables high-speed communication between two separate computers or between a computer and a peripheral

Standard User Account

has fewer permissions than an administrative-level account but enough permissions to be productive

Enthusiasm

intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.

eSATA

is an industry standard cable for controlling the various hardware used to connect external storage devices

Examples of Input Devices

keyboard, mouse, microphone

Examples of Output Devices

monitor, printer, speakers, headset, headphones

Examples of peripherals

mouse, keyboard, speakers, and monitor

Windows 10 Mobility Center

present by default on mobile devices like laptops and tablets. It allows changing brightness, volume, power plans, screen orientation, display projection, Sync Center settings, and presentation settings of your device

Hibernate Mode

puts your PC into a low power state that allows a shutdown without losing any of your work

High Touch Installation (HTI)

requires "hands-on" for all steps of the installation process

Zero Touch Installation (ZTI)

requires no interaction with the user for installation of Windows

Light Touch Installation (LTI)

requires some user interaction for the installation process

Independence

self-reliance and freedom from outside control

Malware

software designed to infiltrate or damage a computer system without the user's informed consent

Flexibility

the ability and willingness to adjust one's thinking or behavior

Parent Folder

the first level of folders on a disk, subfolders are created within these

Experience

the knowledge and skills acquired from working in a career field

Hardware

the physical components of a computer

Ethics

the principles of right and wrong that guide an individual in making decisions

Kindness

the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate

Honesty

the quality of being honest

Professionalism

the skill, good judgment, and polite behavior that is expected from a person who is trained to do a job well

Administrator Account

user account, created when the OS is first installed, that is allowed complete, unfettered access to the system without restriction.