IT Concepts and Computer Ethics
sound card
Definition: a circuit board in a computer system designed to produce or reproduce sound Example: Produces sound
sound card
Definition: a circuit board in a computer system designed to produce or reproduce sound Example: The device that output and reduce the sound of a computer
random access memory (RAM)
Definition: a computer memory that acts as the main storage available to the user for programs and data. data is lost when the power is off Example: A volatile way of storing memory.
browser
Definition: a computer program providing access to information on a network and especially to Web sites Example: Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox
ethical dilemma
Definition: a decision-making problem between two possible moral imperatives, neither of which is unambiguously acceptable or preferable Example: Having to make 2 decision where neither of which is acceptable or preferable
computer
Definition: a device that takes input, stores data, processes data (following an algorithm), and produces output Example: A machine that takes in information like a mouse click or a key pressed on a keyboard, stores that data and than process it to output it to do something
input device
Definition: a hardware or peripheral device used to send data to a computer Example: Mouse, Touch Screen, Camera, Web Cam
router
Definition: a networking device that forwards data packets between computer networks based on the destination IP address and best available route Example: A machine used to bring packets to your ip destination
IP Address
Definition: a numerical label assigned to each device connected to a computer network that uses the Internet Protocol for communication Example: 112.A334.12312.2
IP Address
Definition: a numerical label assigned to each device connected to a computer network that uses the Internet Protocol for communication Example: a numeric label for each device connected to a network
graphics card
Definition: a piece of computer hardware that produces the image you see on a monitor Example: Digital Visual Interface Composite video S-Video
graphics card
Definition: a piece of computer hardware that produces the image you see on a monitor Example: it is the hardware that goes on the motherboard to give the computer imaging on the screen and or monitor so the owner could see what they are doing on the device. without it, you can't see things n the monitor.
Internet Protocol (IP)
Definition: a set of rules governing the format of data sent over the Internet or other network. Example: Long numbers Direction adress
packet
Definition: a small amount of data sent over a network, typically only one part of a larger file, message, or other data that is being transferred. Example: A web page search
packet
Definition: a small amount of data sent over a network, typically only one part of a larger file, message, or other data that is being transferred. Example: Little bits of huge amount of information getting sent through a network
packet
Definition: a small amount of data sent over a network, typically only one part of a larger file, message, or other data that is being transferred. Example: small pictures
mouse
Definition: a small mobile manual device that controls movement of the cursor and selection of functions on a computer display Example: A input device that allows you to interact with things on your computer
mouse
Definition: a small mobile manual device that controls movement of the cursor and selection of functions on a computer display Example: Cord-mouse
mouse
Definition: a small mobile manual device that controls movement of the cursor and selection of functions on a computer display Example: The device that guides you or is for you to click anything on your computer.
keyboard
Definition: an arrangement of keys by which a machine (as a typewriter or computer) is operated Example: A input device that allows you to type information into the computer
hard disk drive (HDD)
Definition: an electro-mechanical data storage device that uses magnetic storage to store and retrieve digital information using one or more rigid rapidly rotating disks (platters) coated with magnetic material. Example: A non-volatile way to store information through the use of a rapidly spinning disk.
hard disk drive (HDD)
Definition: an electro-mechanical data storage device that uses magnetic storage to store and retrieve digital information using one or more rigid rapidly rotating disks (platters) coated with magnetic material. Example: The long term storage device in a computer. it is used to hold information and than send out that information when requested
Internet
Definition: an electronic communications network that connects computer networks and organizational computer facilities around the world Example: A network that connects to computers all over the world
Internet
Definition: an electronic communications network that connects computer networks and organizational computer facilities around the world Example: This allows people from anywhere in the world to communicate. local connections are wireless but countries are connected using fibre optic cables.
network card
Definition: an electronic device that connects a computer to a computer network, usually a LAN Example: A card that allows u to use the internet
network card
Definition: an electronic device that connects a computer to a computer network, usually a LAN Example: vein of the computer
computer monitor
Definition: an output device that displays information in pictorial form Example: Displays information
computer monitor
Definition: an output device that displays information in pictorial form Example: Samsung Curve Monitor
output device
Definition: any device used to send data from a computer to another device or user Example: Speakers or the Monitor
ethical
Definition: conforming to accepted and especially professional standards of conduct Example: Doing things that are legal or socially correct.
ethical
Definition: conforming to accepted and especially professional standards of conduct Example: acceptable behavior BE good t
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
Definition: creates the connection and manages the delivery of packets from one system to another. it ensures all packets are successfully delivered and requests packets to be re-sent when they are dropped. it also puts the packets in order when they arrive at the destination Example: message
solid state drive (SSD)
Definition: device that uses integrated circuit assemblies as memory to store data persistently, typically using flash memory Example: A non-volatile USB
solid state drive (SSD)
Definition: device that uses integrated circuit assemblies as memory to store data persistently, typically using flash memory Example: uses flash card memory
Domain Name System (DNS)
Definition: the Internet's system for converting domain names from a URL to an IP address Example: DNS zoning
power supply unit (PSU)
Definition: the component of a computer that converts mains AC to low-voltage regulated DC power for the internal components of a computer Example: NTPC ONGC SAIL BHEL
power supply unit (PSU)
Definition: the component of a computer that converts mains AC to low-voltage regulated DC power for the internal components of a computer Example: it is a part of the computer that takes in air and converts it into energy to levels out the power in the dc. cools things inside the computer as well.
central processing unit (CPU)
Definition: the component of a computer that performs most of the data processing and that controls the operation of the other parts of the computer Example: brain of the computer
ethics
Definition: the principles of moral conduct governing an individual or a group Example: good and bad
Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
Definition: the protocol used to transfer data over the web. defines commands and services used for transmitting web page data. Example: Protocol used to transfer data over the internet
Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
Definition: the protocol used to transfer data over the web. defines commands and services used for transmitting web page data. Example: The protocol for sending information over the internet.
motherboard
the main circuit board especially of a personal computer