Vocabulary Software Terms Computer Science – Spring /20/2015Terms from

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 Answer Next Slide 10/20/2015Terms from

OOP Object-Oriented Programming 10/20/2015Terms from

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. Answer next slide 10/20/2015Terms from

Open Source Examples Linux – operating system Mozilla Firefox – Web Browser MOODLE 10/20/2015Terms from

Software ? This software is a type of utility used for scanning and removing bad things your computer. Tries to prevent damage to your computer Answer next slide 10/20/2015Terms from

Antivirus 10/20/2015Terms from

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. Answer next slide 10/20/2015Terms from

Virus 10/20/2015Terms from

?? *** 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. Answer next slide 10/20/2015Terms from

Digital Native 10/20/2015Terms from

Software ? It is committed by simply downloading, installing, or copying a program that a user has not paid for. 10/20/2015Terms from

Piracy It is illegal even when some sites make it seem as though it is free. 10/20/2015Terms from

Software ? Mobile operating system developed by Google. It is used by several smartphones 10/20/2015Terms from

Android 10/20/2015Terms from

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. Next – Answer 10/20/2015Terms from

Bug The process of fixing the “Bug” or problem is called de-bugging. This term was coined when a moth flew into one of the first big computers ever made and caused a major problem with the electrical circuitry. 10/20/2015Terms from

Software ? Another name for folder. Files on your hard disk are organized into various folders. What is this other name for folder? 10/20/2015Terms from

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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. Answer next slide 10/20/2015Terms from

Java Many college level entry programming classes teach Java. Best to learn a language like Alice or Python first Not to be confused with Javascript – also used on Web Pages 10/20/2015Terms from

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. Answer next slide 10/20/2015Terms from

Operating System Functionality also includes saving, deleting, creating, moving, renaming files and folders. 10/20/2015Terms from

Files and formats? It is the suffix at the end of a filename that indicates the type of file it is..txt,.jpeg,.doc Answer next slide 10/20/2015Terms from

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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. Answer next slide 10/20/2015Terms from

JPEG 10/20/2015Terms from

Bits & Bytes is 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 Answer next slide 10/20/2015Terms from

mbps Mega-bits per second 10/20/2015Terms from

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 _________. Answer next slide 10/20/2015Terms from

Bandwidth 10/20/2015Terms from