Basic Computer Terms

Instructions executed( исполнять, выполнять ) by a computer – software Applications- прикладная программа Complete, self-contained programs that perform a specific function (ie. spreadsheets, databases) Bit – накопитель информации A computer's most basic unit of information Boot – процесс загрузки The process of loading or initializing an operating system on a computer; usually occurs as soon as a computer is turned on

Browser - просмотр A program used to view World Wide Web pages, such as Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer Bug - A part of a program that usually causes the computer to malfunction; often remedied in patches or updates to the program Byte Small unit of data storage; 8 bits; usually holds one character

Click - щелчок Occurs when a user presses a button on a mouse which in turn, generates a command to the computer Database - данные A large structured set of data; a file that contains numerous records that contain numerous fields Diskette – дискета A small flexible disk used for storing computer data

Double Click – двойной щелчок Occurs when a user presses a button on the mouse twice in quick succession; this generates a command to the computer Download - перезагрузка Transferring data from another computer to your computer Drag- Occurs when a user points the mouse at an icon or folder, presses the button and without releasing the button, moves the icon or folder to another place on the computer where the button is released Driver Software program that controls a piece of hardware or a peripheral