Basic Computer and Technology Terms

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AI (artificial intelligence)

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5th generation technology; tries to simulate aspects of human intelligence

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Algorithm

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a step-by-step procedure for solving a problem

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App (application)

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program or software designed for end users such as Firefox, Excel, Word, Angry Birds, etc.

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Bit

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a binary digit, the smallest unit of data, a 1 or a 0

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Byte

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8 bits

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Cloud Storage

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online service that provides storage to computer

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Computer

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electronic device that can store, retrieve and process data

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Decode

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determines what the instruction means

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Desktop computer

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Desktop computers are designed to be placed on a desk, and they're typically made up of a few different parts, including the computer case, monitor, keyboard, and mouse

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Download

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To transfer files or data from one computer to another. To download means to receive; to upload means to transmit.