Module 1 Flashcards
(18 cards)
Abstraction
When a complex system hides things like binary code or computer functions in the background, making it easier for us to use through programs or buttons.
Algorithm
a step-by-step process used to solve a specific problem or complete a task
ASCII
a way to convert binary code into letters, numbers, and symbols so computers can work with text.
Binary System
also known as base-2, only uses 0s and 1s. It’s the language computers use to communicate and process data.
Byte
made up of 8 bits. It’s the basic unit of data used to represent things like a single character on a screen
Character Encoding
Uses The binary system and it’s 0’s and 1’s to create characters that humans can understand!
Computer
A device that stores and processes data
Cryptography
A way that allows people to send secret messages that they don’t want to show to others!
Base 10
The usage of the number 0-9 that constantly repeat forever! Each place on the scale is a power (1,10,100).
Digital Divide
The lack of technology for certain people around the world. Making it hard to understand the modern tech.
Information Technology
The function of collecting, storing, sending, and working with data.
Linux OS
It’s open source meaning anyone can use and modify it, and its important to cybersecurity and security in general
Logic Gates
They consist of On and Off switches that are activated by a binary pattern
Open Source
A source anyone can use or modify
PDA (Personal Digital Assistant)
A mobile device like todays smartphones
Punch Card
An instruction for a computer to follow! Similar to binary patterns! 1’s = holes and 0’s = no holes
RGB model
Uses the 3 main colors to create any color on display
UTF-8
The newest format of character encoding that use multiple bytes to create characters that couldn’t be made initially like emojis!
