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  1. 2. (Personally Identifiable Information): Any data that could identify a specific individual, such as name, address, social security number, or email.
  2. 5. Reality (VR): A computer-generated simulation of a 3D environment that users can interact with using special equipment like VR headsets.
  3. 6. Malware (Malicious Software) refers to any software intentionally designed to cause harm to a computer system, such as viruses, worms, or ransomware.
  4. 8. (Open Source Software): Software with source code that anyone can inspect, modify, and enhance freely.
  5. 10. Property (IP): Legal rights that protect creations of the mind such as inventions, literary and artistic works, symbols, names, and images.
  6. 11. is the process of restarting a computer or device, usually to apply changes, updates, or to troubleshoot issues.
  7. 12. Modem (Modulator-Demodulator) is a device that converts digital data from a computer into analog signals that can be transmitted over telephone or cable lines, and vice versa. It allows computers to connect to the internet. What is a bit?
  8. 14. (Portable Document Format) is a file format created by Adobe that preserves the original formatting of a document across devices and platforms. It's widely used for documents that require consistent display and printing.
  9. 15. (Internet Protocol) is a set of rules that govern the format of data sent over the internet or a local network. It provides addressing for devices on a network and ensures data is routed correctly.
  10. 16. Megabyte (MB) is a unit of data storage equal to 1,048,576 bytes or 1,024 kilobytes. It’s commonly used to measure file sizes, memory, or disk space.
  11. 18. (Read-Only Memory): A type of non-volatile memory that holds data permanently, even when the computer is turned off; often contains firmware.
  12. 20. Router is a device that forwards data packets between computer networks. It directs data from a local network to the internet or between different sub-networks within a larger network.
  13. 22. The main circuit board of a computer that connects all components, including the CPU, memory, and peripheral devices.
  14. 25. Cookies are small pieces of data stored by a web browser that help websites remember user preferences, login sessions, and browsing history. They can also be used for tracking and advertising purposes.
  15. 26. A bit (short for binary digit) is the smallest unit of data in computing. It can have one of two values: 0 or 1. Bits are the building blocks for all data in computers. What is a byte?
  16. 27. Ethernet is a widely used technology for local area networks (LANs), where computers and devices are connected using physical cables to allow data transmission.
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  1. 1. Divide: The gap between individuals, households, or communities that have access to modern information and communication technology and those who do not.
  2. 3. (HyperText Markup Language) is the standard language used to create and structure content on the web. It uses tags to format text, images, links, and other elements.
  3. 4. A regularly updated website or web page, typically run by an individual or group, that is written in an informal or conversational style.
  4. 7. The process of converting data into a coded format to prevent unauthorized access, typically using algorithms and keys.
  5. 9. A computer or system that provides data, services, or resources to other computers (clients) over a network.
  6. 13. Systems (OS) are system software that manage computer hardware and software resources. They provide services for computer programs, such as managing files, hardware components, and user interfaces. Examples include Windows, macOS, and Linux.
  7. 17. Firewall is a security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic. It can be either hardware or software and is used to protect a network from unauthorized access or attacks.
  8. 19. Systems:
  9. 21. (Random Access Memory): A type of volatile memory used by computers to store data that is actively being used or processed.
  10. 23. refers to the process of starting a computer or device from a powered-off state, loading the operating system to make it ready for use.
  11. 24. (Domain Name System): The system that translates human-readable domain names (like www.google.com) into IP addresses that computers use to identify each other on the network.
  12. 26. A byte consists of 8 bits. It is a standard unit of data storage that can represent a wide range of values (e.g., a character like 'A' or '1').