| A | B |
|---|
| accuracy | the correctness or precision of your keying |
| active window | the window that you are currently using |
| application | a specific use of the computer, such as for letter writing, payroll, inventory, or billing |
| attributes | properties or characteristics of an object |
| case sensitive | distinguishing lower case from upper case letters |
| character | a single letter, number, or symbol |
| command | an instruction for the computer |
| computer | a machine that can calculate and store information |
| default | what happens if you do not specify otherwise |
| desktop | an on-screen representation of a desktop |
| filename | a name used to identify a file given by the person who is saving the file |
| folder | a simulated file folder that holds data, applications, and other folders |
| icon | a small picture which represents programs |
| input | data entered into a computer |
| install | to prepare equipment or software for use for the first time |
| keyboarding | a method of entering information into a computer using a keyboard |
| maximize | to increase to the highest degree, i.e., make biggest |
| menu bar | a row of on-screen menu options |
| minimize | to reduce to the lowest possible degree, i.e., make smallest |
| navigating | a software feature used to move around in a document electronically |
| output | computerized data transmitted to an outside device like a printer or monitor |
| retrieve | to call up data that has been stored in a computer system |
| technique | a keyboard operator's form or style when keying |
| uninstall | to completely remove equipment or software from your system |
