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Decks in this class (14)

Algorithms
Name 3 characteristics of an algo...,
What does an oval indicate in flo...,
What does a rounded rectangle ind...
23  cards
Computer Hardware
What is a computer,
What is a von neumann model,
Define volatile
41  cards
Software
Give two functions of an operatin...,
Utility software can be split int...,
What is an example of a single user
55  cards
Networks
What is a network,
What does lan stand for,
What are 3 characteristics of lan
43  cards
Protocols
Name 3 forms of communication media,
What signals do copper wires carry,
What signals do fibre optic cable...
31  cards
Network Security: Cyberattacks
Define cyberattack,
Define phishing,
Define shoulder surfing
13  cards
Network Security: Its Importance and Security
What is network security,
What are three ways to protect da...,
What is correctness
18  cards
Network Security: Permanent Storage
What are some security advantages...,
What are some security disadvanta...,
What is nas
6  cards
Data Representation: Text, Graphics, and Sound
Define character set,
Define encryption,
What is the basic unit of a bitma...
20  cards
The Bigger Picture: Computing And The Environment
Define computing technology,
Define e waste,
What is the impact that manufactu...
12  cards
The Bigger Picture: Privacy
Define ethics,
Define privacy,
Define personal data
10  cards
The Bigger Picture: Digital Inclusion
Define digital inclusion,
Define digital divide,
In terms of information and servi...
8  cards
The Bigger Picture: Professionalism And Legal
Define professionalism,
Name 3 values that computer scien...,
Define intellectual property
15  cards
Data Representation: Encryption and Databases
Name 3 modern methods of data enc...,
What is asymmetric encryption,
What is symmetric encryption
9  cards

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