Vocabulary Test 3 - Practice Intro IT

A software construct that stores information temporarily with automatic allocation of space, usually in last-in first-out order.

To save information, programs etc. to an external source.

A disk file used to hold programs or processes temporarily removed from main memory by a swap operation.

Used to create space between characters.

To have important files or information stolen from your computer.

A cable having a flat, thin cross-section.

Not changing or requiring regular refreshing; NON-VOLATILE.

A company that sells hardware or software products.

Moves the curser down to create a new line when typing.

Someone who drives from place to place looking for unsecured wireless hot spots with the intent of using the hot spots illegitimately.

Instructs the operating system on how to operate specific hardware.

Connects your computer to your ISP or online service over a regular telephone line.

Allows your computer to be permanently connected to the Internet using telephone lines with faster service.

A company or organization that provides access to the Internet through its servers, usually for a fee.

A secure process for keeping confidential information private.

Allows people to interact with a computer and computer-controlled devices.

High level of moisture causing damage to the computer

Coding used for internet language.

A window you can open to adjust various aspects of your computer, such as the volume, fonts, desktop background, mouse speed, and clock.

A key used to access commands through the keyboard rather than the menus.

To save a file onto your computer from another source, like the Internet.

A test to see if a system on the Internet is working

The page on the Internet, which most often gives users access to the rest of the Web site.

The name given to any computer directly connected to the Internet.

A system that allows people to send e-mail to one address, which is then copied and sent to all of the other subscribers to the mail list.

Uploading, downloading, and transferring of information

Short, fast transfers of electrical voltage, current, or energy.

A horizontal strip at the top of a window that shows the menus available in a program.

Short, fast transfers of electrical voltage, current, or energy.

The software application that allows you to view Internet pages.

The unauthorized use or close imitation of the language and thoughts of another author and the representation of them as one's own original work.

Monitor output that closely resembles the printed output.

With regard to memory, virtual refers to temporarily storing information on the hard drive.

Address locator at the top of any web page

Electrical outlets that protect against power spikes. Power spikes can damage computer and hardware.

The software used to produce documents, such as letters, posters, reports, and syllabi.

One option for preventing data loss due to power outages is to install this device.

A computer or software package that provides a specific service to client software running on other computers.

Key strokes that enact the same commands available in the menus of a program.

Readable and writeable memory that acts as a storage area while the computer is on, and is erased every time the computer is turned off.