Data files are stored in a number of formats, the formats depend on which application created the file to begin with.
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Can any application read any data format?
When data is transferred from one computer to another, the computer receiving the data file may not be able to read the format without the right application installed.
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State a limitation of translating between file types.
1.Certain elements of one document may not be copiable to another application, eg video.
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that is meant by import and export within the subject of data transfer?
Export saves the file in a format that's readable by other applications. Import opens a file created in another application for viewing or editing.
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Name a standard file type for images and for sound.
Examples are jpg and gif files for images, and mp3 files for sound.
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Name four different ways that a file can be transferred over the internet.
It could be emailed as an attachment, sent over instant messagner, downloaded from a website, accessed over a private network.
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Card 2
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Can any application read any data format?
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When data is transferred from one computer to another, the computer receiving the data file may not be able to read the format without the right application installed.
Card 3
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State a limitation of translating between file types.
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Card 4
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that is meant by import and export within the subject of data transfer?
Back
Card 5
Front
Name a standard file type for images and for sound.
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