Terms 8

Terms 8

1. .exe: File extension for a program, executable.
2. .txt: The file extension used for a document containing text. Very fast download containing no graphics.
3. .zip: A compressed file. Used to transfer files from one computer to another.
4. Compression: The process of making computer data smaller. The information takes up less disk space and may be transmitted in less time.
5. Hexidecimal: A colour chart made of a combination of letters and numbers. Requires 6.
6. PDF: A file format developed by Adobe. Doesn't require a specific software to open.
7. Folder: The subdivision or sub-directory used to organize your files.
8. Multimedia: The presentation of information using animation, sound, graphics and text
9. .docx: The file extension for a Microsoft Word document versions 2007 & 2010.
10. .doc: The file extension for a Microsoft Word document versions 2003 and earlier.
11. License Agreement: A legal contract between the user and the copyright owner of the software or program.
12. Digital Millennium Copyright Act: Passed completely in the year 2000, protects digital information, images, programs, etc.