ICT Key Words- A to E

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Name given to Third-Generation Wireless Communication which allows high speed wireless data transfer..
3G
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Rules to which users agree, to reduce the misuse of ICT (Ac....... u.. po..cy)
Acceptable use Policy
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A copy of data that is made incase the original data is lost or damaged...
Backup
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The amount of Data that can fit through an internet cable. It's measured in bps (bits per second) which determines the speed of connectivity..
Bandwidth
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An automated method of recognising a person based on physical characteristics such as fingerprints, iris and voice.
Biometrics
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A shared online journal where people can post diary entries about their personal experiences and hobbies.
Blog
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The sending of unwanted messages to other people through bluetooth connections
Bluejacking
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Allows the exchange of data over short distances from fixed or mobile devices (can't travel through walls like WiFi can)
Bluetooth
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A disk that enables the recording, re writing and play back of high definition videos and storing of large amounts of data. Has 5x more storage capacity than a traditional DVD,
Bluray
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A high speed connection to the internet
Broadband
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A set of numbers on the back of a credit card that help verify that the use of the credit card is legitimate.(CCV)
Card Code Verification
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A system in which all computer programs and data is stored on a central server and are accessed virtually.
Cloud Computing
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Working together with other people
Collaboratively
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This law restricts people from accessing or modifying data without permission. (CMA)
Computer Misuse Act
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It's the name given when one device is developed to carry out functions that were originally performed by several different devices
Convergence
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Small text files that are sent to your computer from certain websites to track your behaviour and transactions
Cookies
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This law regulates how personal information is used and protests against of personal details.
Data Protection Act
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The name given to unequal access to ICT for individuals or groups, usually due to financial, geographic, health or culture reasons
Digital Divide
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This law protects copyright holders from criminals who illegally distribute copyrighted material (piracy)
Digital Economy Act
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Buying and selling goods electronically, usually over the internet
e-commerce
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The design of equipment to increase the efficiency of the way it is used by the human body to promote the health of users.
Ergonomics
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Card 2

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Rules to which users agree, to reduce the misuse of ICT (Ac....... u.. po..cy)

Back

Acceptable use Policy

Card 3

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A copy of data that is made incase the original data is lost or damaged...

Back

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Card 4

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The amount of Data that can fit through an internet cable. It's measured in bps (bits per second) which determines the speed of connectivity..

Back

Preview of the front of card 4

Card 5

Front

An automated method of recognising a person based on physical characteristics such as fingerprints, iris and voice.

Back

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