Software Essentials

3. Software that detects and removes malware like viruses, spyware, and ransomware.
4. Short for Operating System. Software that manages hardware and software.
8. Monitors incoming and outgoing network traffic to protect your system and data.
9. A small graphic that represents a file, folder, or program.
11. Your portal to the internet. Chrome, Firefox, and Edge
12. A text-based interface for running commands. Called Command Prompt on Windows, Terminal on Mac.
15. A tool for easily installing, updating, and managing software. Essential for Linux users.
16. A virtual container for organizing files.
17. A program designed for a specific task

1. A Graphical User Interface, which is how most modern OSes and apps present themselves.
2. Provides info about running processes and resource usage. Helps identify unresponsive programs.
5. A discrete package of data, like a document, photo, or program.
6. Permanent software programmed into a read-only memory on devices like routers and IoT gadgets.
7. A Command Line Interface for controlling a computer by typing text commands.
10. Area, usually bottom-right on Windows, that holds status icons and background apps.
13. Software that lets your OS communicate with a particular piece of hardware.
14. A collection of tools and settings for configuring your Windows system.