Hardware
Distance learning
Memory Cache
Peripheral
Data Projector
2. Telemedicine:
Telemedicine is the term used to talk about telecommunications technology to provide, enhance, or expedite health care services, as by accessing off-site databases, linking clinics or physicians’ offices to central hospitals, or transmitting x-rays or other diagnostic images for examination at another site. Telemedicine provides equal care services to everyone no matter what there geographical location is. Telemedicine is important to patients who live in areas where the medicine is hard to get to. It is important to the hospitals and doctoral as well as the patients. Families who have serious health issues and are in a difficult living area where it is hard to get into contact with physicians and medicine. Hospitals should also know about telemedicine so that they can see if there is any way that there hospital can help provide telemedicine to the people in the area. Also transportation services should know about telecommunication so they can see if there is any way in which they can help transport these medicines to the these patients.
Source:
1) http://www.answers.com/telemedicine&r=67
2) http://smi-web.stanford.edu/people/pradhan/articles/telemed.html
3. Broadband:
Broadband internet is high speed internet via a cable modem offering speeds of up to 3Mb. Broadband internet can refer to cable, DSL, and satellite. Broadband is important because it will someday eliminate the need to separate phone and TV services. Broadband internet is important to major businesses, homes, and lawyers. The way in which broadband is being delivered is a major issue because they say that cable services have fallen short of many customers’ needs and it is up to the other companies to meet them. Broadband internet is Important o those who want to have a higher-quality connection. It is also important to businesses and families because it allows them to have a fast connection and still be able to use there phones and other services without being interrupted. Since, broadband is a major issue it should be known to connector business, major corporations for connection, and small/large household families.
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4. Desktop Publishing Software:
Desktop Publishing software is a combination of software products used for desktop publishing, including a computers layout or page-formatting software, and a high-resolution output device, such as a laser printer. Desktop software can be used to enhance visual communication and streamlines the process of disseminating information of all kinds. It makes is possible and faster to print out electronic documents. It allows you to rearrange text and graphics on screen, change typefaces as easily changing shoes, and resize graphics on the fly, before finally committing a design to paper. Freelance and in-house graphic designers, small business owners, secretaries, teachers, students, and individual consumers do desktop publishing. The application software is important because it needs to be installed properly to get the proper effects on your computer and its output components. All the people that I listed that it is important to are the same kinds of people who should know about this product.
Source:
1. http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&lr=&oi=definer&q=define:desktop+publishing+system&defl=en
2. http://desktoppub.about.com/cs/beginners/f/who_dtp.htm
5. Bus System Unit:
Bus is a collection of wires on which data is being transferred. A bus can be compared to a highway that data travels on a computer. Bus can also be called internal bus. A bus connects all the computer components to the main memory source or CPU. All buses consist of two parts, and address bus and data bus. The size determines how much data can be transferred. In networking buses connect LAN or Local Area Networks. A bus system is important to anybody or any company that needs to use memory and that would mean everyone because that is how a computer works, using memory.
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7. Continuous Speech – input
It allows the user of a voice system to dictate text in a fluent, natural manner. It is different from dictate words to a person. The computer system has to recognize the words you are speaking. This can be used by people have physical impairments and the learning disabilities, as well as, the average person. It is important because it can transcribe thoughts into words. This can help a person communicate with other people and it can also help college student. It can help students with projects when they need do a project or it can help them organize there ideas. All kinds of people all over the world should know about this technology because it can help all kinds of people.
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8. Backup – Storage
Backup on a computer refers to the backup storage that your computer has. The purpose of backup storage is to have a copy of the storage that is actively in use so that if the hard drive fails and data is lost, it can be recovered from the copy. This is an important aspect for home computers and large/small businesses. This also would be important for someone that has a lot of important documents on their computer. This is important for all computer users.
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10. Disk Defragmenter
Disk defragmenter is important because as you use your hard drive, blocks of information for a file spread across the hard drive, wherever there is room. This “fragmentation” of the information in a file can lead to a significant slow-down in file access times because the disk’s read/write head must move all over the disk, looking for the various portions of a file. Disk Defragmenter arranges the blocks of information for a file into adjacent blocks on your hard drive, which may significantly improve the file access times. This also is important to all computer users because disk defragmenting helps your computer have a faster speed because your computer saves everything that you go to and you could be using that space but it is being blocked by other unnecessary stuff on your PC.
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System Software
What is it - is a set of instructions that act as the intermediary between the computer hardware and application programs
Why is it important- Because it allows the computer to do simple function like printing, saving, copying, etc.
To whom it is important- All computer users
Who should know about it- Computer technicians, and computer developers
Source- www.wiley.co.uk/college/turban/glossary.html
Mainframe Computer
What is it- A large, stationary computer that requires space in an air conditioned room. Such machines are able to store massive amounts of data, support many users simultaneously, and run a wide variety of applications all at one time.
Why is it important? Mainframe computers are important because they help maintain large businesses, which have to multitask. These computers allow many things to be done at the same time
To whom is it important? All producers and users.
Who should know about it? Business executives, Heads of Security, Computer operators, Technician, Developers, etc
Source- www.scotsmist.co.uk/glossary_m.html
Uploading
What is it- The transfer of copies of a file from the user's own computer to a remote database or other computer. The reverse of downloading.
Why is it important? Uploading is important because it allows things to be copied from one computer to another.
To whom is it important? Uploading is important to all computer users, especially music lovers, and people who like to download.
Who should know about it? All computer users
Source- www.tamu.edu/ode/glossary.html
Custom Software
What is it? Custom software is software designed around a company or other organization's processes to make those processes more efficient. It is distinct from market software, which approaches problems in a general way so that the product can be sold to more than one customer
Why is it important? It is important because it allows users to choose what the want and opposed to regular off the shelf software where you may get things you don’t need or want.
To whom is it important? Companies and computer users with special needs
Who should know about it? Computer Developers, Computer technicians, and Program developers, business managers.
Source- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Custom_software
Terabyte
What is it? A terabyte is a measure of computer data storage capacity and is one thousand billion (1,000,000,000,000) bytes
Why is it important? A terabyte is important because some things require lots of storage room and gigabytes and so on can handle that much space.
To whom is it important? Computer Developers, Large Companies
Who should know about it? Computer developers, computer technicians, etc
Source- www.krollontrack.com/legalresources/glossary.asp
Clock Speed
What is it? The clock speed is the frequency which determines how fast devices that are connected to the system bus operate. The speed is measured in millions of cycles per second (MHz or megahertz) and is generated by a quartz crystal on the motherboard which acts as a kind of metronome. Devices that are synchronized with the clock may run faster or slower but their speed is determined by multiplying or dividing a factor by the clock speed.
Why is it important? Clock speed is important because it is what determines how fast you computer runs, and how fast applications are processed.
To whom is it important? All Computer Users
Who should know about it? Computer Developers and Computer technicians.
Source- www.pccomputernotes.com/pcterms/glossaryc.htm
Pixel
What is it? Pixel is an abbreviation for picture element. It is the smallest individual dot that can be displayed on a computer screen
Why is it important? Pixels are important because they make up what a picture on the computers look like.
To whom is it important? All computer users
Who should know about it? Computer developers, computer technicians, etc
Source- wwwlb.aub.edu.lb/~acc/Resources/glossarycommonterms.htm
Digital Light Processing
What is it? Digital Light Processing (DLP) is a technology used in projectors and projection televisions. DLP was originally developed by Texas Instruments, and they remain the sole manufacturer of such technology, though many licensees market products based on their chipsets
Why is it important? Because it allows large or small images to be projected onto a screen.
To whom is it important? Projectionist, Teachers, Students
Who should know about it? Projectionist, TV Projectionist.
Source- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_light_processing
Head Crash
What is it? An unexpected collision between a hard disk head and the rapidly rotating magnetic recording surface of the disk resulting in damage to the disk surface, and in some severe cases resulting in damage to the head itself
Why is it important? It is important because ones hard disk can become damaged due to a head crash.
To whom is it important? All Computer Users.
Who should know about it? All Computer Users.
Source- www.angelfire.com/ny3/diGi8tech/HGlossary.html
Trojan horse
What is it? A Trojan horse is a program in which malicious or harmful code is contained inside apparently harmless programming or data in such a way that it can get control and do its chosen form of damage, such as ruining the file allocation table or hard disk. A Trojan horse may be widely redistributed as part of a computer virus.
Why is it Important? Trojan horse is important because it can very damaging to ones computer.
To whom it is important? All Computer users
Who should know about it? All Computer users.
Source- www.antispam.org.sg/glossary.html
One of the most fundamental aspects of computers is the concept of a network. By definition a network is a “series of points or nodes interconnected by communication paths.” Although to the average person this may not make much sense, when applied to their everyday use of computers the idea of a network can become more understood. Certain kinds of networks and their connections can be defined with dial-up and virtual connections. Networks can become huge interconnected systems such as the internet. This feature is applicable to many people because of the network’s abilities to exchange information. Though many don’t know the complete breakdown of what a network consists of, networks are essential to the common man as well as the well informed user.
Another concept is that of spiders. The term spiders can be said to be more of a metaphor than anything else. This is because by definition a spider is a “program that visits other sites and reads their information in order to create entries for a search engine.” This program is not only beneficial for the everyday person, but is especially helpful to students and others who are eager to find loads of information without having to search in libraries or by other means. And because a spider “does not (or can not) go through firewall” the wishes of the user and the search is respected and narrowed. Spiders should be known by all who are interested in attaining information in an easy way.
One of the most important parts of a computer is the chip. A computer chip is defined as a microchip that is a complex circuitry for microprocessors. Some areas where these chips have been utilized include Apple, Motorola, and IBM. There are also different types of chips such as: application-specific integrated circuits, which is said to be used in vehicles, home appliances, and telephones. It would seem that without the use of these chips, our ways of transportation, communication, and everyday activities would be limited. Although chips may not be important or even known to the everyday person, they are an essential part of our daily lives.
Operating System-
Source- http://computer.howstuffworks.com/operating-system.htm
Listserv-
Source- http://www.siec.k12.in.us/west/edu/listman.htm
Shareware-
Source- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shareware
Gigabyte-
Source- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gigabyte#Gigabytes_in_use
Bar Code-
Source- http://www.barcode.com/learning_center/barcoding101.shtml
CRT Monitor-
· A CRT or Cathode-Ray Tube is a technology used in most televisions and computer display screens. It works by moving an electron beam back and forth across the back of the screen. Each time it does this it lights up phosphor dots on the inside of the glass tube, when this happens the active portions of the screen are illuminated. By drawing many lines from the top to the bottom of the screen it creates an entire screen full of images.
· CRT Monitors are important for displaying the information in the hard drives of our computers. Without the monitor the computer would be hardly useful to us. They are also important for the viewing of our televisions in which we use to broadcast information, news, and entertainment.
· The CRT Monitor is important to just about everyone in today’s world. At least to all computer and T.V. owners. Not everyone needs to know about how they work though. In fact, most probably don’t know how they work. They are just referred to as the “monitor” for your computer….you know the “thing you look at”.
Source- http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/C/CRT.html
Disk Cache-
· A disk cache is a mechanism for improving the time it takes to read from or write to the hard disk. It is usually included in the hard drive of today’s computers, and can also be a specific portion of random access memory or RAM. The disk cache holds data that has recently been read and in some cases data areas that are assumed to be accessed next.
· They are important because the more disk cache a computer has the faster the programs are going to work. An upgrade of RAM will include an upgraded disk cache and will allow your computer to run faster due to the cutting off of time that it takes to read the hard disk.
· It is very important to all computer owners, so that your machine is running smooth and fast. Without a disk cache, all computer owners would be annoyed and work would take forever to get done.
· Not everyone needs to know about the disk cache though, in face most computer owners probably don’t. It seems that they are getting to be more recognized by people looking to buy newer faster computers. All people involved in the technologies of computers should know about them and large companies would greatly benefit if they knew a great deal about them too. In this day and age it is all about being faster and better.
Source- http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/D/disk_cache.html
Worm-
Source- http://www.webopedia.com/DidYouKnow/Internet/2004/virus.asp
Server
Virtual Reality
Point of Sale Terminal
· This is important because it makes shopping easier and faster for people.
· This is important for businesses to use so that it is convenient for customers to shop.
· Basically any type of store should learn about this way of paying easier.
File Compression
Telecommuting- is when a person does work at home instead of an office place. The person uses computers, fax machines, facsimile machines, and other remote capabilities instead of commuting to a work place. Telecommuting is important because it conserves energy and helps the environment because no cars are used to travel to work. Also it makes a safer work place and allows people to be home with their families more. People who need to stay home with there kids or are physical unable to travel is reasons why telecommuting can be important to them. Source: www.gilgordon.com/telecommutesafe/ WhatIsTelecommute.html - 2k
IP Address- an IP Address is an identification tool used to identify a computer on at TCP/IP network. The address is 32 numbers separated by periods every 4 numbers. This is important so different computers can be identified on a network. This is important to people who are into networking many computers on one network. The people who should know about it are those have a career in networking. Sourcewww.webopedia.com/TERM/I/IP_address.html:
Dialog Box- a dialog box is a display screen that is used by the computer to present information to someone or to ask to have information put in. A dialog box is important so the computer can tell a person what is wrong or if it needs information from someone. The dialog box is important to all computer users. Sourcewww.webopedia.com
Java- is a high level computer programming language and is used to eliminate language features that cause common programming problems. This is important to people who have a career in programming computers. The people who should know this type of language are those who are involved in programming computers.
Sourcewww.webopedia.com
Byte- short for binary term which is a unit of storage (8 binary digits). This is important so a person knows how much can be stored on a computer if they need one for holding a lot of information. This type of information can be important to anyone looking for a computer to buy with a lot of memory.
Sourcewww.webopedia.com
Biometrics- is authentication in computer security by using a biological characteristic, such as fingerprint, voice, or retina. This is important because it can make computer safer because you cannot duplicate a biological feature. This information is important to people who work in high level security places that need to make sure no one can access their computer when not there.
Sourcewww.webopedia.com
LCD- is short for liquid crystal display. This type of display is used for watches and for portable computer devices. This type of information is important to know if you have a laptop computer or interested in buying one. People who should know about it are those who have portable computer devices.
Sourcewww.webopedia.com
Open Source Software- software which the source code is available to the general public. This is used so someone can modify the program free of charge. This is important so that programs can be improved. This is important to people who are interested in changing a program for the better. This is also important if someone uses a computer program and they can change it to make it easier for themselves and others to use. Mostly of interest to programmers.
Sourcewww.webopedia.com
2. FAQ
This stands for “Frequently Asked Questions.”
The importance of this is to accommodate those in need of an
answer to get their answers quickly so that they do not have to wait for a
response.
Everybody should know about this. Sometimes people may have a question about a
product that they are experiencing problems with. Instead of looking for 1-800
numbers and emailing the company, the consumer might be able to find there
answer immediately.
My source: I just know this.
6. Laser Printer
A xerographic printer that uses a laser to draw the image of
the page to be printed on the photosensitive drum.
People buying a new printer might want to consider buying one of these
depending on what they will use their printer for. These printers are usually
faster than inkjet printers.
My source: http://www.vvm.com/~jhunt/compupedia/comp_glos/l_n.htm
7. Disk Access Time
Disk access time is the time required for a computer
to process data from the processor
and then retrieve the required data from a storage device, such as a hard drive.
This information will be useful for most impatient people. They should know
about the disk access time before complaining about how slow their computer is.
My source: http://www.answers.com/topic/disk-access-time?method=22
8. Virtual Memory
Memory addresses and data that appear to the CPU to be in RAM but actually are on a hard disk. Special software manages this memory and gives the CPU access to it.
People who have a computer should know about this because
they might think that they have more memory than they actually have. Not only
does it use memory, it decreases the speed of the computer. However, it allows
more programs to be open at once than would fit in the real memory.
My source: http://www.vvm.com/~jhunt/compupedia/comp_glos/v_z.htm
9. Microsoft Vista
This basically is an upgrade from Windows XP. This program
allows many different features not offered in Windows XP. It has not been
released yet to the U.S. because Microsoft is putting a few last touches on it.
All computer users should know about this. Many people aren’t always updated
on technology. When buying a new computer sometime this year you might want to
consider this if you are the type of person that likes to be up to date with
technology.
My source: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvista/versions/default.mspx
10. Multitasking
The ability of a computer, operating system, or application to perform more
than one task or operation at the same time. For example, a multitasking
operating system might let you simultaneously use your computer system to
download information from a remote computer with a modem, print out a word
processing file, and sort a data base.
I’m not too sure what this information would be useful for
other than that everyone knows that a computer can perform plenty of tasks at
once. Maybe people new to the computer might want to know that the computer
world can work on many different things at the same time.
My source: www.vvm.com/~jhunt/compupedia/comp_glos/l_n.htm
Garbage in, Garbage out is a term referring to the fact that if one enters nonsensical, faulty or incomplete data, the computer will produce nonsensical, faulty or incomplete output. It is not as important today as it was years ago because modern computer programs now have checking systems to correct improper data. For that reason I suppose the only people who would really need to know about this would be someone who is operating an old system or using considerably outdated programs. Also, those writing programs should understand it.
Source: Wikipedia.com
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a method of transferring files across the Internet from one computer to another. It is important because it makes it much easier to retrieve files that are on another machine. This would be important to pretty much anyone who uses a computer, particularly people who have files on both a computer at home and one at work or school. People who should know about this are students or really anyone who has a desk job. (The most common use of FTP is for publishing WWW pages).
Source: Wikipedia.com
Public Domain Software is software that is free to anyone who wants to use it. It could be important for anyone who would like to test out a product before buying the full version, or to perform basic computer functions such as viewing a media file. There is not any specific person or group of people that should know about this because it is beneficial to anyone who uses the internet.
Source: Whatis.com
Flat Panel Monitors have a very thin screen which has a backlight so it is easier to see in the dark and are most commonly used for portable computers. This is not really important to any specific group of people and there isn’t anyone who really needs to know about this but is more an issue of preference. Flat panel monitors are less bulky than a regular monitor so I suppose this would be important to anyone who doesn’t have a whole lot of room on their desk.
Whatis.com
Microfilm is an analog storage medium for books, periodicals, legal documents and engineering drawings. Its most standard form is a roll of black and white 35mm photographic film. It is important in places such as libraries in order to provide easy access to the books. People who should know about this is anyone who visits the library searching for a specific book or specific subject.
Source: Wikipedia.com
Encryption is a method of making something unreadable without special knowledge in order to keep its contents from being public knowledge. It is important for anyone who has a job in which their work has to remain secret. An example of someone who should know about this would be someone with a high ranking government job, Someone who writes reports that contain information which could be used against us by enemies.
Wikipedia.com
Command Line Interface (CLI) is a method of interacting with a computer. Commands are entered as lines of text from a keyboard, and output is also received as text. With advancements in technology, this process is very outdated and very few people still use it. For that reason I cannot think of someone who would need to know about this. (A systems administrator)
Source: Wikipedia.com
Supercomputer- a mainstream computer that is among the largest, fastest, or most powerful of those available at the given time. I believe developers, system administrators, large businesses, and power users should know about these computers because the average person doesn’t need this type of computer for regular use. These computers are designed for top quality and are very expensive. Theses machines would probably be a great use for scientists and government affairs.
Source: www.dictionary.com
Central Processing Unit- the part of a computer that does most of the data processing. This is important to all computer users because we are constantly using our CPU on a daily basis without knowing. The average person can go there whole life not knowing what a CPU is and still be able to function a computer correctly. Developers, computer technicians, system administrators, and power users are expected to know something about the topic.
Source: www.dictionary.com
Computer-Aided Design- used to produce complex technical drawings by designers and engineers. Computer users don’t need to know about this application software unless they are working on something that requires complex technical drawings. Developers, designers, and engineers should benefit from this program most.
Source: www.techweb.com
Expansion Card- a circuit board which can be inserted into an expansion slot on the PC's motherboard, to give the PC extra capabilities. Common examples are sound cards, graphics cards and network cards. Expansion cards can be very important to people who are looking for ways to enhance their computer rather than just buying a new one. Developers, businesses, system administrators, and power users should know about expansion cards and it wouldn’t hurt the general public to have a vague recollection of the subject matter.
Source: www.jonstorm.com
Head-Mounted pointer- pointer mounted on users head used to control the pointer or insertion point on a screen-displayed keyboard, which is a graphical image of the standard keyboard. This is important to know for people with limited hand movement.
Source: www.computer.com
Sequential Access- is a type of method of retrieving data from a storage device. With sequential access the device must read or move through all information up to the point it is attempting to read or write to. A tape drive is an example of a sequential access drive, where the drive must move the tape forward or backwards until it reaches its destination. Developers, computer technicians, big businesses, and power users should no about this because they usually deal with an abundance of data.
Source: www.techweb.com
Registry- files on Windows PCs which contains all the settings for the PC and its software. Can be edited by the user, but this should only be done as absolutely a last resort, as it is possible to trash the operating system completely if you don't know what you are doing. Computers technicians and system administrators should know about his feature very well. They tend to deal with all the complicate computer repairs and they usually are the most skilled for the job.
Source: www.techweb.com
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Concept |
Definition |
Why is it important? |
To whom it is important |
Who should know about it? |
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Programmer |
Computer Science: One who writes computer programs. |
If it weren’t for computer programs, this assignment would not have been able to be completed using this format. Programs range from word processing to databases to prescribing medicine at pharmacies. |
Everybody. In an era where everything is ran using computers, if there weren’t various programs to use on a computer, it would just be a monitor. From DOS to Windows, we use programs to run our computers. |
Everyone should know about a programmer, because if it wasn’t for them, we wouldn’t have computers. |
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language |
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Backward compatible |
If a program can use files and data created with an older version of the same program then it is backward compatible. |
If a program is able to be updated and compatible with previous versions, it can save the consumer money by not needing to buy a completely new program when one becomes obsolete. It also can improve pervious versions of a program, by finding bugs and providing updates. |
Consumers. This ability to buy updates instead of having to by a new program saves a lot of money and it far more convenient. |
Consumers of software. |
Webopedia.com |
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Computer-aided manufacturing |
The processes of using specialized computers to control, monitor, and adjust tools and machinery in manufacturing.
Also called CAM. |
CAM is able to monitor processes and save money because it can monitor a situation whereas if a person were to monitor it would cost employers more money in salary. |
Companies. They have computers supervising instead of humans. |
Manufactures and employees/potential employees. |
Webopedia.com |
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DSL |
Digital Subscriber Lines. DSL technologies use sophisticated modulation schemes to pack data onto copper wires. |
It provides higher speeds of transferring information. |
Everyone who seeks internet access. |
Everyone who seeks internet access. |
Webopedia.com |
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Voice recognition |
The field of computer science that deals with designing computer systems that can recognize spoken words. |
It helps reduce the amount of tying that needs to take place by being able to recognize words or phrases. |
People who might have an injury relating to their hands which causes them not able to type or type efficiently. |
People who have hand or arm injuries and any place that would like their computers to be accessible to people with an injury. |
Webopedia.com |
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Bit |
Bit is short for binary digit, the smallest unit of information on a machine |
Bits store information and the more bits a computer has, the more information you are able to store on it. |
Bits are important to anyone who owns a computer because knowing the amount of bits your computer has allows u to know its storage limitation. |
Casual computer owners and programmers should know about bits. |
Webopedia.com |
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Resolution |
Resolution refers to the sharpness and clarity of an image |
The clearer and image is, the easier it is to read it. |
Resolution is important for anyone who appreciates a clear image when looking at monitor. |
Consumers. When one goes to buy a computer or monitor to see the monitor’s resolution settings will enable one to get a better quality image. |
Webopedia.com |
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Internet telephony |
A category of hardware and software that enables people to use the Internet as the transmission medium for telephone calls. |
It enables a person to be able to do all of their communications through their computer as they can make phone calls along with e-mail and instant messaging. |
Internet telephony is important to companies who are looking to consolidate office materials into one machine to save possible money and space. |
Large companies and home consumers. |
Webopedia.com |
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Device driver |
A program that controls a device. Every device, whether it is a printer, disk drive, or keyboard, must have a driver program. A driver acts like a translator between the device and programs that use the device. Each device has its own set of specialized commands that only its driver knows. |
A device driver is important because it acts as a link to make sure devices and programs are working together and efficiently. |
Device drivers are important to all users of computers because they make sure everything is working together like a well oiled machine. |
Computer programmers, casual computer users do not necessarily need to know about them, but if a device driver fails to work, they will have known it. |
Webopedia.com |