The Computer World

binary

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based on or using a numerical system that operates only on 0 and 1

to archive

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(computing) to move important information or information that is not often needed to a different disk, tape, or another computer to store it, sometimes as a security measure

backup

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(computing) a copy of computer data that can be used to restore lost or damaged data

to boot

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to start a computer, typically involves setting up hardware elements to prepare the computer for use

cache

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(computing) a type of computer memory in which information that is often in use can be stored temporarily, a cache can be accessed quickly and is needed while a program is running

clipboard

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(computing) a temporary storage area for data that has been copied or cut

byte

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a unit for measuring the size of computer data that equals 8 bits

on-board

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built into or functioning within a main system or device, especially in electronics

clock speed

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the speed at which a computer can process information, expressed in (MHz)

firmware

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(computing) a type of software stored in a way that it cannot be modified or erased

compatibility

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the ability of a computer, software, or equipment to work with another device or software

configuration

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the set-up, hardware, and software of a computer that makes a complete system

to format

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(computing) to prepare a storage device, such as a hard drive or USB, for use by deleting all the data on it and setting it up for a specific file system

back end

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a part of a computer responsible for storing and controlling data where users cannot easily access

front end

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a part of a computer that is easily accessible and one uses constantly

interface

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(computing) the program through which a user can interact with a computer, especially its design and appearance

hack

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an adjustment of the codes of a computer program that solves a problem in a quick way

interactive

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describing the constant passage of data between a computer or other device and a user

open-source

Adjective

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(computing) describing a computer program whose source code is available to everyone

local area network

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/lˈoʊkəl ˈɛɹiə nˈɛtwɜːk/

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a network for communication between computers, usually within a building

graphical user interface

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the visual interaction that users have with the computer through icons, menus, etc.