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SECTION Y3 (16 PAGES)
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ICT (PAGE 2)
ICT
ICT
Parts of a computer
Make a list of different input, output and storage devices.
INPUT
Keyboard
PROCESS
Computer
OUTPUT
Monitor
TERM
DEFINITION
Search engine
Sensor
Software
Spellchecker
Storage devices
Toolbar
UK GDPR
A web-based program to look up information on the internet.
An input device that detects physical events and produces an electrical signal.
Programs that a computer runs.
A method of checking work for errors.
Used to keep a copy of data or programs, e.g. SD card, flashdrive.
A set of icons which perform a task when pressed.
The legal framework that sets guidelines for the collection and
processing of personal information for individuals within the UK.
Uniform resource locator, the address of a website.
A computer check to make sure data entered is reasonable.
URL
Validation
STORAGE
UNDERSTOOD
TERM
DEFINITION
UNDERSTOOD
The ICT A to Z Understand and use the following words within the subject of ICT.
UNDERSTOOD
A fixed reference in a spreadsheet that will not adjust when copied.
The technique of producing moving images.
The people who are intended to view information produced.
A method of saving web addresses used on a regular basis to
make them easy to find in the future.
Cell
A single location in a spreadsheet.
Clip art
Images that can be inserted into documents.
Copyright
Law which forbids people copying work without permission.
Cropping
Removes part of an image.
Cursor
Marks the point where typed characters will appear on the screen.
Data
A collection of numbers, characters or other symbols.
Data on its own has no meaning.
Data Protection Act Law which sets the rules about what can be done with personal data.
Data types
Different categories of information which can be stored in a database
e.g. text, numbers, currency.
Device
An individual piece of hardware.
Directories
Sections on a disk for storing and organising files, also known as folders.
DPI
A measure of resolution, stands for dots per inch.
E-mail
Short for electronic mail, used for sending electronic messages.
Footer
Text at the bottom of a page, separate from the body text.
Formatting
A way of improving the appearance of data on the screen,
e.g. bold, font, colour, alignment.
Hardware
Part of a computer that can be touched.
Header
Text at the top of the page, separate from the body text.
HTML
Hypertext markup language, used to create web pages.
Hyperlink
Part of a webpage that can be clicked to move somewhere else.
Imported
Data brought in from another source.
Information
Data with meaning.
Input device
Used to put data and instructions into a computer, e.g. mouse, keyboard.
Justification
The way in which data is aligned (left, right, centre, fully).
Orientation
The way in which the page is displayed – portrait or landscape.
Output device
Used to display information processed by a computer, e.g. printer, monitor.
Pixels
Dots that make up an image.
Plagiarism
Using someone else's work and pretending it's your own.
Print preview
Tools for checking what work will look like when printed.
Router
Device for sending information between computers and the internet.
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Absolute cell reference
Animation
Audience
Bookmark
Description
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ICT shortcuts A shortcut is a quick way to issue instructions, usually by a key combination or a single
click of the mouse. Use the table below to record shortcuts you use.
SHORTCUT DESCRIPTION
Ctrl+Z
SHORTCUT DESCRIPTION
Undo last action
File & folder structure
It is very important, when saving your files, to use
sensible file names and store them in a folder which
makes them easy to identify and find.
1. Open “Documents” from the hard drive.
2. Click on “New folder” or right click & select “New” &
“Folder” from the menu.
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DEFINITION
Use the table to record any other important ICT words you use.
Hard drive
TERM
3. Select the “New folder” then rename it.
4. Enter the folder and create a structure similar to that on
the right which meets your needs.
Description
ICT (page 2)
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