The primary software that runs applications and manages all the hardware, memory and other software on a computer.
A set of computer instructions that tells the computer how to work.
Most commonly used on a desktop or laptop computer and can perform many tasks without an internet connection.
An operating system used on mobile devices, such as a mobile phone or tablet.
Used on specialized computers that take in requests and send back a response (mail server, web server, etc).
Will only perform one type of task and are used in machines such as an ATM or a GPS system.
An operating system that is permanently etched into a hardware device such as a keyboard or a video card.
Operating systems that are most commonly used to run multiple operating systems on a computer system at the same time.
An operating system such as Windows, Mac OS, Android or iOS.
Software that only works on one platform, such as only on Android phones, or only on Mac computers.
Software that works on multiple platforms.
An open-source and community-developed operating system.
An operating system that uses a graphical user interface designed by Apple Inc. for use on desktops and laptops.
An operating system that uses a graphical user interface designed by Microsoft for use on desktops and laptops.
A method of organizing files and retrieving them from storage.
Software that manages data and files along with the ability to create, modify, and move these files.
A type of interface that uses interactive graphical elements such as windows, buttons, and icons.
Legally binding guidelines for use and distribution of software.
Software that is available for anyone to access and modify.
Software that is owned by an individual or company.
Refers to the design of the essential parts of an application and how they are connected to each other.
Software installation that is performed on your local computer.
Software installation that is performed on a local area network (LAN).
Software that is installed, hosted and accessed entirely from a remote server or location.
An algorithm is a set of steps or rules to follow to solve a particular problem.
A computer system able to perform tasks that ordinarily require human intelligence
The ability to perceive and interpret information, and to retain it as knowledge to be applied in the correct context
A machine that is able to apply intelligence to any problem and could act and behave like humans
An algorithm that takes voice input and translates it into text
A machine that is able to apply intelligence to a single problem
The moral principle that governs a person's behavior.
The systematic and repeatable errors in a computer system that create unfair outcomes
The suffix at the end of a filename that indicates what the type of file.
The electronic part of a computer that executes the instructions that are passed to it by the operating system. It’s also called a CPU, or central processing unit.
how company's use your data
protecting your data online
secure data transfer protocol when on the internet
Legal document outlining how a company can collect and use your data
attempting to find computer security vulnerabilities and exploit them for personal financial gain or other malicious reasons
a computer security specialist who breaks into protected systems and networks to test and assess their security
The information about a particular person that exists on the Internet as a result of their online activity
Open Web Application Security Project; highly-regarded organization and much used by cybersecurity professionals.
A device that will be recognized by your computer and install on its own.
A group of files that allows a device to communicate with the computer’s operating system.
A short-range wireless communication technology that uses radio waves to transmit information.
Enables short-range communication between compatible devices.
An electronic device which is required for communication between devices.
An internal component of a computer that is used for communicating over a network.
A network device that allows a device to connect to the Internet.
Enables wired connections between more than one computer or device.
A network device that allows other Wi-Fi devices to connect to a wired network.
An access point that allows for network management and security configuration.
Storage that is available only while the system is on and disappears when the system is turned off.
Storage that is saved and available even when the system is shut down.
Storage that contains one or more drives that can be accessed over a network.
Network attached storage that is equipped with powerful network adapters.
The size, shape, and physical specifications of any physical aspect of a computer system.
The Internet of Things (IoT) is the network of physical devices, vehicles, home appliances, and other items embedded with electronics, software, sensors, actuators, and connectivity which enables these things to connect and exchange data.
Cloud computing is the on demand availability of computer system resources, especially data storage and computing power, without direct active management by the user.
A circuit board with ports and sockets used to connect the main devices of a computer.
A special kind of firmware that runs programs strictly to start up your computer.
The core component of a device that accepts and executes instructions.
A fast type of computer memory which temporarily stores all the information your device needs right away.
A fast access storage device used in computers.
A component designed to speed up the creation of images and output them to a display device, like a monitor.
A component with a built in wired network port that allows the computer to connect to a network.
Identity theft, stealing money, stealing private information, controlling private computers.
The usage of deceptive emails and websites to maliciously gather personal information
The use of science or technology in the investigation and collection of evidence in a court of law.
The use of digital media from a computer, mobile phone, server or network as evidence in a court of law.
Ensures an unbroken audit trail of collected digital data and media.
A file that records events that occur in an operating system (or other software) and/or messages between different users of a communication software.
Data about data.
A snapshot of all information captured in a system’s Random Access Memory (RAM).
A set of rules or procedures for transmitting data between electronic devices. In order for computers to exchange information, there must be an agreement as to how the information will be structured and how each side will send and receive it.
A group of two or more computer systems linked together.
The amount of data (in bits) that can be sent in a fixed amount of time.
The capacity of data transfer in a system. Measured by bitrate.
The latency of a system is the time it takes for a bit to travel from sender to receiver. Fiber optic cables have low latency.
A new 128 bit version of the Internet Protocol.
The protocol that defines the payout of an an Internet address.
Used to translate domain names into IP addresses.
The process of sending data between two computers on the internet. The data is sent through routers that determine the route.
When multiple paths exist between two points. This improves reliability and makes the internet fault tolerable. Makes the routing system scalable.
Packets are the units of data that are sent over the network.
a set of data that describes and gives information about other data.
Standardizes the layout of all packets. All packets must have a destination IP address, a from IP address, and the actual data being sent. Defines the layout of a SINGLE packet.
Allows for sending MULTIPLE packets between two computers. TCP checks that all packets arrived and can be put back in the proper order. The metadata must include a destination IP address, a from IP address, the message size and the packet order number.
Protocol that standardizes the language for talking to web servers to send and receive web resources. Defines how computers send and receive hypertext information. (HTTPS: The “S” denotes a secure connection using HTTP.)
Stands for Uniform Resource Locator. You are locating a resource that exists somewhere on the internet.
A location where information is sent from one computer to another.
Checks to see which ports on a network are open.
A device or software that blocks unwanted Internet traffic while allowing legitimate traffic.
A wireless LAN that uses radio frequency technology to send and receive data.
A virtual LAN that allows for the setup of separate networks by configuring a network device.
A set of protocols that specify how your Wi-Fi network and other data transmissions work.
Processes commands to a computer program in the form of lines of text.
A list of specific routing destinations; essentially a map for the router.
