20 Some terms to better understand what you use in the network and security job market. terms
In the world nowadays, people are becoming more and more reliant on technology. We should all know a bit about what we rely on. This glossary will show you some components that you use every day and a few of the instruments and tools used in IT and cyber security.
central processing unit
noun
The part of a computer in which operations are controlled and executed.
Example: The CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT would be enough for a program this intensive.
fr: unité centrale de traitement
computer
noun
An electronic device for storing and processing data, typically in binary form, according to instructions given to it in a variable program.
Example: Although a cheap COMPUTER was more expensive than any other console, they were more versatile.
fr: ordinateur
computer monitor
nouns
A computer monitor is an output device that displays information in pictorial or textual form.
Example: The information is finally displayed on the COMPUTER MONITOR for extraction.
fr: écran d'ordinateur
ethernet
noun
A system for connecting a number of computer systems to form a local area network, with protocols to control the passing of information and to avoid simultaneous transmission by two or more systems.
Example: Ethernet is the cabled way of connecting to the internet just like Wi-Fi is the wireless way of connecting to the internet.
fr: ethernet
ethernet cable
noun
A physical network cable that connects devices to a local area network (LAN) or a wider network, such as a router or modem, enabling high-bandwidth, wired data transmission.
Example: My ETHERNET CABLE was eaten away by my cat.
fr: câble Ethernet
graphic's card
noun
A printed circuit board that controls the output to a display screen.
Example: This GRAPHIC'S CARD is not powerful enough to handle this game.
fr: carte graphique
HDD
noun
A type of non-volatile storage device that uses spinning magnetic platters to store digital data, such as operating systems, applications, and files.
Example: The computer's HDD is corrupted so the operating system is lost.
fr: Disque dur
HDMI cable
nouns
An HDMI cable transmits high-quality uncompressed digital video and audio signals over a single connection between devices like TVs, gaming consoles, and computers.
Example: The TV's HDMI CABLE was disconnected and so the screen turned black.
fr: câble HDMI
headphones
noun
A pair of earphones joined by a band placed over the head, for listening to audio signals such as music or speech.
Example: My HEADPHONES broke while I tried putting them on for the first time.
fr: écouteurs
heatsink
noun
A device or substance for absorbing excessive or unwanted heat.
Example: The HEATSINK cools down the cpu.
fr: dissipateur de chaleur
keyboard
noun
A panel of keys that operate a computer or typewriter.
Example: Hardware-based input/control devices such as a mouse, a KEYBOARD and/or possibly graphics tablets.
fr: clavier
linux
noun
An open-source operating system modeled on UNIX.
Example: LINUX is a lot more complicated than Windows.
fr: linux
motherboard
noun
A printed circuit board containing the principal components of a computer or other device, with connectors into which other circuit boards can be slotted.
Example: For instance, the expansion slot on the MOTHERBOARD which was broken, was used for an internet card.
fr: carte mère
mouse
noun
A small handheld device that is dragged across a flat surface to move the cursor on a computer screen, typically having buttons that are pressed to control functions.
Example: Make it interactive with a keyboard and MOUSE.
fr: souris
power supply
noun
An electrical device that converts power from a source, like a wall outlet or battery, into the correct voltage, current, and frequency needed by a load, such as a computer or electronic device.
Example: Different computers require different POWER SUPPLIES.
fr: alimentation électrique
RAM or random access memory
noun
A computer's short-term, temporary "working memory" that stores data and instructions the processor needs to run applications and tasks quickly.
Example: This new ddr5 RAM allows my PC to exceed its limits.
fr: RAM ou mémoire vive
SSD
noun
A storage device containing nonvolatile flash memory, used in place of a hard disk because of its much greater speed.
Example: My SSD's storage is filled with too many games.
fr: SSD
terminal
noun
A computer terminal is an electronic or electromechanical hardware device that can be used for entering data into, and transcribing data from, a computer or a computing system.
Example: The TERMINAL allows me to write commands and execute applications, whether it be on Windows or Linux.
fr: terminal
thermal paste
noun
A substance that improves heat transfer between two surfaces by filling microscopic air gaps and ensuring better thermal contact.
Example: THERMAL PASTE is essential for a PC to function properly long-term.
fr: pâte thermique
windows 11
noun
The latest version of Microsoft's Windows NT operating system.
Example: WINDOWS 11 is a great new operating system for computers, it is secure and simple to use.
