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| Freeware | Software distributed free, but copyright is retained by the author. |
| Worm | A Computer Virus that bores its way through the computer and destroys files and resources. |
| Hacker | An unauthorized person who secretly gains access to computer files. |
| Anti-virus | An application designed to search for viruses and repair files on a computer. |
| Virus | A computer program designed to damage computer files. |
| Shareware | Software avaliable for a small fee. |
| Public Domain Software | Software that is given to the public free. |
| AUP/ Acceptable Use Policy | A set of rules and guidelines that are set up to regulate Internet use and to protect the user. |
| CPU (Central Processing Unit) | The Brains of the Computer |
| Firewall | Technology that prevents users from visiting inappropriate web sites, and protects the network from unauthorized users. |
| Simulations | Allow you to visually and physically interact. |
| Virtual Reality | An artificial environment that may feel like a real environment, may require a helmet. |
| Chat Room | An online forum that allows real-time communication. |
| Facebook | Social Networking site to share personal information. |
| Wiki | An online Collaborative environment that anyone can edit. |
| Blog | An online journal with regular updates on a certain topic or interest. |
| Digital Camera | Create a digital image. |
| Scanner | Used to create a digital image of a hard copy. |
| PDA (Personal Data Assistant) | Handheld device used to track personal information such as phone numbers, calendars, etc. |
| Probeware | Used to gather scientific data |
| Graphing Calculator | Handheld device used to create a visual representation of data. |
| .mil | Military Organization |
| .edu | Educational Organization |
| .com | Commerical Business |
| .gov | Government Organization |
| .org | Non-Profit Organization |
| Distance Learning | Education over the Internet. |
| Logic Bomb | A virus that is triggered by the appearance or disappearance of specified data. |
| Trojan Horse | A virus that masquerades as a useful program. |
| Digital Cash | A system that allows users to pay online by transmitting a number from one computer to another. |
