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Software ?Software ?Acronym refers to a programming methodology based on objects, instead of just functions and procedures.

These objects are organized into classes, which allow individual objects to be grouped together.

Most modern programming languages are of this type including Java, C/C++, and PHP

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OOPOOPObject-Oriented ProgrammingObject-Oriented Programming


Software ? **Software ? **A type of software program where the source code is freely available to the public.

Unlike commercial software, these types of programs can be modified and distributed by anyone

and are often developed as a community rather than by a single organization.

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Open SourceOpen SourceExamples Examples

Linux – operating systemLinux – operating system

Mozilla Firefox – Web BrowserMozilla Firefox – Web Browser

MOODLEMOODLE


Software ?Software ?This software is a type of utility used for scanning and removing bad things your computer.

Tries to prevent damage to your computer

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AntivirusAntivirus


Software ?Software ?small programs or scripts that can negatively affect the health of your computer.

These malicious little programs can create files, move files, erase files, consume your computer's memory, and cause your computer not to function correctly.

Most common way to get a ________is through an e-mail attachment.

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VirusVirus


?? ***?? ***Someone born into a world where computer gadgets were everywhere – home, work, schools, shopping, etc.

Computers are common place and just a part of their lives.

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Digital NativeDigital Native


Software ?Software ?It is committed by simply downloading, installing, or copying a program that a user has not paid for.


PiracyPiracyIt is illegal even when some sites make it seem as though it is free.


Software ?Software ?Mobile operating system developed by Google. It is used by several smartphones


AndroidAndroid


Software ?Software ?In the computer world, this term is an error in a software program.

It may cause a program to unexpectedly quit or behave in an unintended manner.

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BugBugThe process of fixing the “Bug” or The process of fixing the “Bug” or problem is called de-bugging.problem is called de-bugging.

This term was coined when a moth flew This term was coined when a moth flew into one of the first big computers ever into one of the first big computers ever made and caused a major problem with made and caused a major problem with the electrical circuitry.the electrical circuitry.


Software ?Software ?Another name for folder.

Files on your hard disk are organized into various folders.

What is this other name for folder?


DirectoryDirectory


Software ?Software ?is a high-level programming language developed by Sun Microsystems.

It became a popular choice for creating web applications.

It is an object-oriented programming language and is used in high schools for programming AP courses.



JavaJavaMany college level entry programming Many college level entry programming classes teach Java.classes teach Java.

Best to learn a language like Alice or Best to learn a language like Alice or Python firstPython first

Not to be confused with Javascript – Not to be confused with Javascript – also used on Web Pagesalso used on Web Pages


Software ?Software ?Software that communicates with the hardware & allows other programs to run.

Your computer needs to boot up this software to function.

Every desktop computer, tablet, and smartphone includes an _________that provides basic functionality for the device.

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Operating SystemOperating SystemFunctionality also includes saving, Functionality also includes saving, deleting, creating, moving, renaming deleting, creating, moving, renaming files and folders.files and folders.


Files and Files and formats?formats?

It is the suffix at the end of a filename that indicates the type of file it is. .txt, .jpeg, .doc



ExtensionExtension


File Formats ?File Formats ?A file format that is a compressed image file format.

Very good for storing photographic images due to the millions of colors available.

Commonly used for pictures on the Web.



JPEGJPEG


Bits & BytesBits & Bytesis used to measure data transfer speeds of high bandwidth connections, such as Ethernet and cable modems.

It is about 1000 kilobits or a million bits

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mbpsmbpsMega-bits per secondMega-bits per second


Bits & Bytes?Bits & Bytes?describes the maximum data transfer rate of a network or Internet connection.

It measures how much data can be sent over a specific connection in a given amount of time.

For example, a gigabit Ethernet connection has a __________ of 1,000 Mbps. An Internet connection via cable modem may provide 25 Mbps of _________.

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BandwidthBandwidth
