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A program or set of instructions that controls the operation of a computer. Distinguished from the actual hardware of the computer. (8)
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The program or device that controls the way two pieces of equipment or programs work together. (9)
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A connection of two or more computers so that they can share resources. (7)
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Software distributed freely, but with certain conditions applying to it. Either the software is released on a trial basis only, and must be registered after a certain period of time, or in other cases no support can be offered with the software without registering it. In some cases direct payment to the author is required. (9)
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A base-2 number system. All numbers are represented as a sequence of zeros and ones. All computer programs are executed in this form. (6)
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Also called a smilie, these are a sequence of text-based icons created from the keyboard to give your e-mail message some emotional flavor. (8)
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read-only memory: memory whose contents can be accessed and read but cannot be changed. (3)
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Transferring data (usually a file) from a another computer to the computer you are are using. The opposite of upload. (8)
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A computer application used for the production (including composition, editing, formatting, and possibly printing) of any sort of viewable or printed documentation. (13)
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Software that allows you to "surf " the Internet. Netscape, Mosaic, and Internet Explorer are examples of these, provides an easy to use interface for accessing the information on the World Wide Web. (7)
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A physical storage device on which data is digitally stored. May also refer to a CD-ROM, Floppy or hard dive. (4)
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random-access memory: the most common computer memory which can be used by programs to perform necessary tasks while the computer is on. (3)
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pictures on the computer screen that represent documents, folders and applications. Clicking on one of these with a mouse or pointer will activate the file.(5)
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A collection of connected web pages. (3,4)
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The pointer, usually arrow or cross shaped, which is controlled by the mouse. (6)
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Personal Digital Assistant: A Handheld PC that can be controlled via a stylus and/or on-screen Keyboard or smal sliding keyboard.