Unit 3 Introduction to Information Technology

Wi-Fi

• Wireless networking technology that allows devices to connect to the internet.

• A type of wired connection for local networks.

• A protocol for secure online transactions.

• A brand of home networking routers.

Collaborative Software

• Tools that help people work together over the internet.

• Software that operates independently without user interaction.

• Applications designed for individual use only.

• Programs that require installation on a local server.

Cloud Storage

• Online service that stores data on the internet.

• A physical device used for data backup.

• A type of software for managing local files.

• A method of encrypting data on a hard drive.

Computer Network

• A system of interconnected computers for sharing resources and data.

• A type of software used for managing databases.

• A hardware device that connects multiple networks.

• A protocol for secure data transmission.

Modem

• Device that modulates and demodulates signals for data transmission.

• A type of computer memory used for storage.

• A software application for editing images.

• A hardware component that connects to a printer.

IP Address

• Unique string of numbers separated by periods that identifies each computer using the Internet Protocol to communicate.

• A type of software used to manage network connections.

• A physical address assigned to a computer by the manufacturer.

• A protocol used for secure data transmission over the internet.

Ethernet

• A system for connecting computers within a local area network (LAN).

• A type of wireless communication protocol.

• A method for encrypting data over the internet.

• A hardware component used for network routing.

Data Encryption

• Process of converting data into a code to prevent unauthorized access.

• A method of compressing data to save space.

• A technique for backing up data securely.

• A way to delete data permanently.

Firewall

• A type of physical barrier to prevent unauthorized access.

• A security system that controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.

• A software that enhances internet speed.

• A device used for data storage.

Router

• Device that forwards data packets between computer networks.

• A device that connects multiple devices within a single network.

• A type of software used for network security.

• A hardware component that stores data permanently.