Cache
When you download a web page, the data is "cached," meaning it is temporarily stored on your computer. The next time you want that page, instead of requesting the file from the web server, your web browser just accesses it from the cache, so the page loads quickly. The one downside to this is that if the website you have cached is often updated you may miss the latest "version". If this occurs you can use the refresh button on your browser.
CAD
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) is a type of software that allows users to create 2D and 3D design and modelling. CAD is used by architects, engineers, artists and other professionals to create precise technical drawings.
Chat Room
An electronic space, typically a website or a section of an ISP where people can go to communicate online in real time. Chat Rooms are generally devoted to a particular interest or topic.
Chips
A "chip" is the microprocessor that performs many functions and calculations that make your computer run. A chip is also referred to as the CPU or the processor.
Cloud Computing
Cloud computing refers to the storing and accessing of data and programs over the Internet instead of another type of hard drive. Examples of Cloud services include iCloud, Google Cloud, Dropbox etc.
Compression
Compression is the reduction of the size of a file. A compression program will save a file differently so that it takes up less memory and can be downloaded or sent over the Internet more quickly.
Content
Content refers to the text and information included in a website, as opposed to the design and structure of the site.
Cookie
A piece of code or data created by a web server that is stored on a user's computer. It is used to keep track of the user's patterns and preferences.
CPU
The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is the brains behind your computer. The CPU is responsible for performing calculations and tasks that make programs work. The higher the speed of a CPU, the faster the CPU undertakes the calculations and tasks.
Cybercrime
Cybercrime is a term used to define any type of illegal activity that uses a computer as its main device to perform the activity. There are thousands of types of cybercrime, including network intrusions, identity theft and the spreading of computer viruses.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is the process of protecting your computer, device or network from cybercrime. This involves the employment of certain technologies, processes and practices that help to prevent unintended and unauthorised access, change and damage.
Database
A database is a set of information that is structured primarily to allow calculations and analysis to be undertaken. Microsoft Access is the main lower level database used.
Defragment
A fragmented file or folder is split up into many pieces and scattered over the storage capacity on your hard drive. This means that it takes a lot longer to load and process files. A regular defragment will ensure that files are stored more logically and will help speed up processes.
Device Driver
A device driver is a small program that allows a peripheral device such as a printer or scanner to connect to your PC.
Disk Drive
A round object that you use to store digital information. Floppy Disks (FDD) are usually allocated the A: Drive and the Hard Disk is usually allocated the C:\ Drive (HDD) on your PC.
Domain
A domain is a set of computers on a network that are managed as a unit. On the Internet, a domain is defined by an IP or URL address. The way users encounter a domain is through the domain name.
Download
Downloading is the method by which users access and save or "pull down" software or other files to their own computers from a remote computer via the Internet.
DV
DV stands for digital video.
When you download a web page, the data is "cached," meaning it is temporarily stored on your computer. The next time you want that page, instead of requesting the file from the web server, your web browser just accesses it from the cache, so the page loads quickly. The one downside to this is that if the website you have cached is often updated you may miss the latest "version". If this occurs you can use the refresh button on your browser.
CAD
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) is a type of software that allows users to create 2D and 3D design and modelling. CAD is used by architects, engineers, artists and other professionals to create precise technical drawings.
Chat Room
An electronic space, typically a website or a section of an ISP where people can go to communicate online in real time. Chat Rooms are generally devoted to a particular interest or topic.
Chips
A "chip" is the microprocessor that performs many functions and calculations that make your computer run. A chip is also referred to as the CPU or the processor.
Cloud Computing
Cloud computing refers to the storing and accessing of data and programs over the Internet instead of another type of hard drive. Examples of Cloud services include iCloud, Google Cloud, Dropbox etc.
Compression
Compression is the reduction of the size of a file. A compression program will save a file differently so that it takes up less memory and can be downloaded or sent over the Internet more quickly.
Content
Content refers to the text and information included in a website, as opposed to the design and structure of the site.
Cookie
A piece of code or data created by a web server that is stored on a user's computer. It is used to keep track of the user's patterns and preferences.
CPU
The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is the brains behind your computer. The CPU is responsible for performing calculations and tasks that make programs work. The higher the speed of a CPU, the faster the CPU undertakes the calculations and tasks.
Cybercrime
Cybercrime is a term used to define any type of illegal activity that uses a computer as its main device to perform the activity. There are thousands of types of cybercrime, including network intrusions, identity theft and the spreading of computer viruses.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is the process of protecting your computer, device or network from cybercrime. This involves the employment of certain technologies, processes and practices that help to prevent unintended and unauthorised access, change and damage.
Database
A database is a set of information that is structured primarily to allow calculations and analysis to be undertaken. Microsoft Access is the main lower level database used.
Defragment
A fragmented file or folder is split up into many pieces and scattered over the storage capacity on your hard drive. This means that it takes a lot longer to load and process files. A regular defragment will ensure that files are stored more logically and will help speed up processes.
Device Driver
A device driver is a small program that allows a peripheral device such as a printer or scanner to connect to your PC.
Disk Drive
A round object that you use to store digital information. Floppy Disks (FDD) are usually allocated the A: Drive and the Hard Disk is usually allocated the C:\ Drive (HDD) on your PC.
Domain
A domain is a set of computers on a network that are managed as a unit. On the Internet, a domain is defined by an IP or URL address. The way users encounter a domain is through the domain name.
Download
Downloading is the method by which users access and save or "pull down" software or other files to their own computers from a remote computer via the Internet.
DV
DV stands for digital video.
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