Computer Science Terminology

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Innovation

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A new or improved idea, device, or product

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Binary

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Number system that only uses the digits 1 and 0

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Bit

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Short for "binary digit"; the single unit of information in a computer

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Binary Question

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A question with only two options or answers (e.g., yes or no)

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Bandwidth

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Transmission capacity measure by bit rate

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Bit Rate

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The number of bits that are conveyed or processed per unit of time (e.g., 8 bits/sec)

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Latency

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Time it takes for a bit to travel from its sender to its receiver

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Protocol

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A set of rules directing the transmission of data between multiple devices

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Internet

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The internet is a system designed to transfer information physically.

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The internet is similar to a mailbox system

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Instead of delivering letters, the internet delivers information in bits.