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Bellwork 7/2/12. 1. What is your understanding of the word “Information Technology”? 2. Write down as many shortcuts/abbreviations you use when texting as you can think of. Ex: u (You). PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010. Objective.
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Bellwork 7/2/12 1. What is your understanding of the word “Information Technology”? 2. Write down as many shortcuts/abbreviations you use when texting as you can think of. Ex: u (You) PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010
Objective By the end of this lesson, Students will be able to explain terms and concepts found in Information Technology. PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010
Attribute Chart TERMS MEANINGS & DEFINITIONS PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010
Vocabulary Definitions • Backup – An extra copy that is saved to a flash or disk, not on the computer. • Boot – To start up a computer when it isn’t already turned on. • Bug – A programming error that causes your computer to stop working properly. • CPU – Central Processing Unit: The main part of a computer that interprets and processes data. PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010
Data – Information processed by the computer. • Desktop – The screen that shows up when you first log into a computer. It usually has a “My Computer” icon and a “My Documents” icon. • Document – A file that you create. It is usually saved in a folder. • E-Mail – A communication system that allows you to send and receive messages from one computer to another via telecommunications. • Ethernet – A protocol for fast communication and file transfer across a network.
Flash – An external disk that is plugged into a USB port. It is used to save your documents. • Folder – A folder that you create to use as a filing system. This makes it easy to find saved documents. • Internet – Large computer networking systems that link computers worldwide. • Intranet – Networking system that is used within a company. It is restricted to employees only. • LAN – Local Area Network: A system used for linking workstations together so information can be shared. PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010
Memory – Storage capacity on a computer. • Monitor – Screen that displays what you are working on; a form of output. • Network – Connects one computer to another and enables users to share data and resources. PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010
Server – A central computer that is used to send and receive data from computers on a networking system. • Software – Programs installed on a computer that allows you to perform different tasks (Ex. Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, etc.). • USB Port – Universal Serial Bus: A port that allows you to plug in a flash drive or other external components. PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010
Computer Components • Monitor – LCD or Plasma Screen • CPU – Holds hardware components, Memory and CPU • USB Port – Used to add external drives and hardware • Desktop – OS software used to operate the Processor • DVD / CD Player – Used to play music and download programs PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010
Closure – Exit Ticket • Write, on a piece of paper, two new terms you learned today, and give an example of each. • Turn in your closure paper as you are leaving class. PROPERTY OF PIMA COUNTY JTED, 2010