Technology Flashcards

(33 cards)

1
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The capability of a machine to imitate intelligent human behavior, such as learning and decision-making.

A

artificial intelligence

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2
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Transfer files to your computer or smartphone.

A

download

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3
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A program often used on mobile devices.

A

App

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4
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Put something on the Internet for others to see

A

post

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5
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An online journal or newsletter, usually of personal opinions.

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blog

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6
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A wireless connection to the internet.

A

Wi-Fi

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7
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Large, remote information storage areas on the internet.

A

the cloud

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8
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A radio or TV show downloadable from the Internet

A

Podcast

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9
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A software that secretly records your online activity.

A

spyware

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10
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Send a short, typed message from a cell phone.

A

Text

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11
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Harmful software that attacks computers or phones.

A

virus

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12
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The ability to accomplish something without wasting resources.

A

efficiency

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13
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Very little.

A

minimal

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14
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Information given to a computer.

A

input

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15
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Something that is produced.

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output

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made or produced something.

17
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To improve something by making small changes to it.

18
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To fit, to satisfy, to be right for.

19
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An argument that opposes a particular idea.

A

counterargument

20
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Able to change when necessary.

21
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A type of AI that enables computers to learn and improve from experience without being explicitly programmed.

A

machine learning

22
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The use of technology to perform tasks without human intervention, often to increase efficiency.

23
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A tendency for an AI or machine learning system to make inaccurate predictions due to skewed or unbalanced data.

24
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The process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorized access, ensuring data privacy and security.

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A person who gains unauthorized access to computer systems or networks, often to steal or corrupt data.
hacker
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A method of cyberattack where fraudulent emails or websites are used to steal sensitive information, such as passwords or credit card details.
phishing
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A system designed to protect a computer or network by filtering incoming and outgoing traffic and blocking malicious activity.
firewall
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The crime of obtaining and using someone’s personal information, like Social Security numbers or credit card details, without their consent.
identity theft
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Software specifically designed to harm or exploit computers, systems, or networks, including viruses and ransomware.
malware
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An incident in which sensitive or confidential data is accessed, stolen, or exposed without authorization.
data breach
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A legal document explaining how an organization collects, uses, and protects personal data from users.
privacy policy
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An intentional action aimed at disrupting or damaging computer systems, networks, or digital infrastructure.
cyber attack
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A security process that requires two forms of identification to access an account or system, enhancing protection.
two-factor identification (2FA)