Information Technology

3. a person who exploits computer hardware and software for their own purposes
6. to modify or arrange something so that it works in a certain way
7. to create a duplicate copy of data that is stored on a separate hard drive or computer system to prevent the loss of the data
8. a personal website maintained by an individual
10. a computer virus that copies its code over and destroys the files of the original data
12. a set of rules that must be followed for the sake of security
13. a filter that prevents harmful software from entering a network
15. a small application that is embedded in a webpage
20. to make copies
22. to make sure that it is legitimate
24. a piece of code that is used to fix a flaw in a computer program
25. any type of media used on a webpage, including images and videos
26. the proces of stealing another person’s information and using it for personal gain
28. how users communicate with a computer
29. the use of the internet for software and other resources
30. a collection of icons or pictures that have been organized in a file or page

1. changing computer to your needs
2. a measurement of how quickly a computer works
4. device that converts mechanical information into electronic signals
5. the company that produces Macs and other computing products
9. a software that keeps a computer safe from threats such as computer viruses and cyber crimes
11. tricking people into giving information through email
14. to work at a location away from a main office by using technology
16. a word or phrase that makes a computer perform an operation
17. a person who uses computers and the internet to commit crimes
18. a filter that prevents harmful softaware from leaving a network
19. a computer virus that becomes part of a file or disk drive but does nothing until activated by a trigger event
21. using a legitimate-looking website to trick people
23. a program that restricts access on a network
27. an action that results in the loss of another person’s property