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Side A ------ Side B
Backup ------ Saving files to a removable disk or other independent storage device that can be used to restore data if the primary system becomes inaccessible
Data Theft ------ Confidential and private information stored on computers being stolen by thieves and hackers
Driver ------ A small program that instructs the operating system on how to operate specific hardware
Encryption ------ Secure process for keeping confidential information private
Humidity ------ Environmental condition that can affect the performance of computer systems
Ping ------ DOS command to test connectivity and isolate hardware problems and any mismatched configurations
Power Spikes ------ Short, fast transfers of electrical voltage, current, or energy
Surge Suppressor ------ Plug into electric outlets to protect computers against power spikes
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) ------ Device that provides power to computers if the normal current is interrupted
Cable Management ------ Organizing and protecting computer system cables
Corona Wires ------ Laser printer wires used to generate a field of positive charges on the surface of the drum and the paper
Cookie ------ Small text file that a Web site uses to identify a specific computer
Defragmentation ------ A process that reduces the amount of fragmentation on a disk by physically organizing the contents of the disk so the pieces of each file are stored contiguously
Fragmentation ------ Occurs when a piece of data is broken up into many pieces that are not stored close together
Ergonomic Keyboard ------ Keyboard that allows for a more natural positioning of arms and hands
Maintenance ------ Performing tasks on a regular schedule to manage and prevent equipment problems
Recycle Bin ------ Holding area for files and folders before their final deletion from a storage device
Sectors ------ locations on a hard disk where data files are written
Seek Time ------ How long it takes the computer to scan for a file; affects speed of processing cycle and computer performance
Touchpad ------ A pointing device that can be used instead of a mouse; most often on notebook computers.
Wireless Keyboard ------ Keyboard that reduces the clutter of wires and cables, and improves mobility

Side A ------ Side B
Backup ------ Saving files to a removable disk or other independent storage device that can be used to restore data if the primary system becomes inaccessible
Data Theft ------ Confidential and private information stored on computers being stolen by thieves and hackers
Driver ------ A small program that instructs the operating system on how to operate specific hardware
Encryption ------ Secure process for keeping confidential information private
Humidity ------ Environmental condition that can affect the performance of computer systems
Ping ------ DOS command to test connectivity and isolate hardware problems and any mismatched configurations
Power Spikes ------ Short, fast transfers of electrical voltage, current, or energy
Surge Suppressor ------ Plug into electric outlets to protect computers against power spikes
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) ------ Device that provides power to computers if the normal current is interrupted
Cable Management ------ Organizing and protecting computer system cables
Corona Wires ------ Laser printer wires used to generate a field of positive charges on the surface of the drum and the paper
Cookie ------ Small text file that a Web site uses to identify a specific computer
Defragmentation ------ A process that reduces the amount of fragmentation on a disk by physically organizing the contents of the disk so the pieces of each file are stored contiguously
Fragmentation ------ Occurs when a piece of data is broken up into many pieces that are not stored close together
Ergonomic Keyboard ------ Keyboard that allows for a more natural positioning of arms and hands
Maintenance ------ Performing tasks on a regular schedule to manage and prevent equipment problems
Recycle Bin ------ Holding area for files and folders before their final deletion from a storage device
Sectors ------ locations on a hard disk where data files are written
Seek Time ------ How long it takes the computer to scan for a file; affects speed of processing cycle and computer performance
Touchpad ------ A pointing device that can be used instead of a mouse; most often on notebook computers.
Wireless Keyboard ------ Keyboard that reduces the clutter of wires and cables, and improves mobility