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| applications software | software designed to perform a specific function or task |
| cell | the intersection of a column and row on a spreadsheet |
| copyright | gives authors, composers, and artists exclusive right and legal protection for their works |
| database | an organized collection of data--acts as an electronic filing cabinet |
| desktop publishing | applications software combining text and graphics to create documents such as newsletters, brochures, pamphlets, fliers, and reports. |
| columns | vertical lines of data in a spreadsheet; identified by letters of the alphabet |
| database file | similar records in a database |
| electronic mail | mail that travels from one computer to another over telephone lines...also called e-mail. |
| entry | information that is in a database field |
| ethics | a set of values or moral principles |
| fields | categories in a database |
| formula | a mathematical equation for calculations in a spreadsheet |
| function | shortcut for the most common mathematical calculations in a spreadsheet |
| graphics | application software used to generate drawings, diagrams, pictures, graphs, and charts |
| hardware | a computer's physical parts |
| integrated software | applications software program that combines one or more types of software into one program |
| IPOS | the four steps in the cycle of data processing: input, processing, output, and storage. |
| labels | text, symbols, or numbers entered in a spreadsheet cell that are not used in calculations |
| modem | a machine that enables two computers to communicate with one another by the sending of signals over telephone lines |
| networking | the linking of computers together enabling them to "talk" with one another.. (enables them to share hardware and/or software) |
| range | a block of cells in a spreadsheet |
| record | a group of related fields in a database |
| rows | horizontal lines of data in a spreadsheet; identified by numbers |
| spreadsheet | applications software that uses columns and rows of data which enables the user to develop formulas to present numerical information |
| systems software | software designed to operate, control, and run the computer |
| technology | the use of various processes, devices, and equipment which enable people to complete tasks and jobs quicker and easier |
| telecommunications | sending and receiving (written or voice) messages using electronic devices such as the telephone, facsimile machines, and modems |
| value | a number that is entered in a spreadsheet that is used in calculations |
| word processing software | applications software that enables one to key, format , and print documents such as letters, memos, and reports |
