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ASCII
noun
American Standard Code for Information Interchange (pronounced ask-ee). The form in which text characters are handled in most computer systems and networks.
Example: The ASCI uses a 10-point scale for its qualitative questions as well, which allows for more grey area than a more narrow scale, he says.
backup
noun
a copy of computer data (such as a file or the contents of a hard drive)
Example: I made a backup copy of the file.
fr: sauvegarde
buffer
noun
A temporary memory for data, normally used to accommodate the difference in the rate at which two devices can handle data during a transfer.
Example: The computer stores data in a buffer until the printer can accept it.
fr: tampon
CPU
noun
Central Processing Unit. The main internal component of a computer where executions of instructions are carried out and calculations are performed.
Example: This computer has a separate CPU just for number crunching.
fr: processeur
data
noun
Information suitable for communication, interpretation or processing by a computer.
Example: Collecting data is a painfully slow process.
fr: données
DHCP
noun
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. Supports booting workstations and other devices that need information from outside before they can complete the booting process, such as an IP number or name of program file to download.
Example: The included DHCP server provides unlimited automatic or static IP address assignment.
Drop-down menu
noun
A menu window that opens vertically on-screen to display context-related options. Also called pop-up menu or pull-down menu.
Example: From the drop - down menu , click add new table
fr: Menu déroulant
Encryption
noun
The process of transmitting scrambled data so that only authorized recipients can unscramble it.
Example: The system would use encryption technology from RSA Data Security Inc.
fr: Chiffrement
Firewall
nouns
network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.
Example: New technology should provide a secure firewall against hackers.
fr: pare-feu
GUI
Graphical User Interface, a system that simplifies selecting computer commands by enabling the user to point to symbols or illustrations (called icons) on the computer screen with a mouse.
Example: The download includes both a command line and a GUI version.
Hacker
noun
A person with technical expertise who experiments with computer systems to determine how to develop additional features. Hackers are occasionally requested by system administrators to try and break into systems via a network to test security.
Example: There is no real indication that hackers are going crazy yet.
fr: Pirate
modem
nouns
a combined device for modulation and demodulation, for example, between the digital data of a computer and the analog signal of a telephone line.
Example: I am now thinking about getting adsl modem with built-in wireless router and using wireless USB adapters for the desktop and the laptop.
fr: modem
Pop-up Window
noun
Unsolicited advertising that appears in its own browser window.
Example: On a computer screen, a pop-up window or advertisement will appears
fr: Fenêtre contextuelle
server
noun
A computer system or program that provides services to other computers.
Example: Full-text search - with SQL Server, you no longer need expensive add-ons to handle full-text database searches.
fr: serveur
Spyware
nouns
software that enables a user to obtain covert information about another's computer activities by transmitting data covertly from their hard drive.
Example: Let me show you how to uninstall Spyware and Privacy Control Center before your computer is in flames.
fr: logiciels espions
Toolbar
noun
An add-in for a web browser that adds functionality.
Example: There is an additional toolbar on my Internet Explor .
fr: Barre d'outils
Upgrade
verb
An improved or more modern version of hardware or software.
Example: We really need to upgrade our training and professionalize the force.
fr: Mettre à niveau
VoIP
noun
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is the routing of voice conversations over the Internet. This is distinct from a telephone call, which is made from your home or office phone which goes through the Public Switched Telephone Network.
Example: Techies call the technology VoIP, for voice over Internet protocol.
fr: Voix sur IP
Web Browser
nouns
an application used to access and view websites. Common web browsers include Microsoft Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Apple Safari.
Example: You can run a Web browser at the same time as you're editing your Web page.