ICT (AS) Key words for ICT AS exam - 25th May 2012 4.5 / 5 based on 3 ratings ? ICTASAll boards Created by: ClaireCreated on: 06-05-12 12:47 Knowledge Knowledge is derived from information by applying rules to it. 1 of 22 Data Data is raw facts and figures. 2 of 22 Information Data that has been processed. 3 of 22 Hyperlink Takes you to another slide/webpage. 4 of 22 Frame Allows a slideshow to be presented in multiple ways. 5 of 22 Verification Used to see if the data being entered is correct. 6 of 22 Validation Ensures that the data is sensible and reasonable. 7 of 22 Template Allows you to keep the same layout throughout the slideshow/letter, etc. 8 of 22 Stylesheet Set of instructions used by webpages to define layout (CSS). 9 of 22 Mail Merge Create letters by using data from a database (quicker). 10 of 22 Intranet A private network linked together with wires/cables. 11 of 22 Boolean A binary variable having 2 possibilities, e.g. Yes/No OR True/False. 12 of 22 Medical Expert System Provides medical assistance by using artificial software, e.g. MRI, CAT SCAN. 13 of 22 Accurate Data Data that has no errors/mistakes. 14 of 22 Statistics A collection of data that has been analysed. 15 of 22 Graph A diagram showing the relation between 2 variables. 16 of 22 LAN/WAN Local Area Network and Wide Area Network. 17 of 22 Animated Transitions Help to keep the powerpoint look smooth (effect) and not discontinuous, e.g. Fade between 2 slides. 18 of 22 Import/Export Move data to different places on a computer system e.g. files, folders, etc. 19 of 22 Query Allows user to find the desired data. 20 of 22 Report Provides the right data to the right people in an easier/more understandable way. 21 of 22 Simulation Modelling An imitation of a system or phenomenom using computer software. 22 of 22
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