Digital Glossary

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File name

Definition

A unique identifier assigned to a digital file that distinguishes it from other files in a storage system

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Search bar

Definition

Tool to find files using keywords.

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Folder

Definition

Container or location used to organise files.

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Address bar

Definition

A rectangular input field at the top of web browsers and file explorers that displays the current location

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Task Manager

Definition

A tool to manage running processes.

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Screenshot

Definition

A captured image of the screen.

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Alt+Tab

Definition

A shortcut to switch between open applications.

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Taskbar

Definition

The horizontal bar at the bottom of the screen that shows apps and notifications.

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User account

Definition

A personalized profile that stores settings, files, and access rights for a Windows user.

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Database

Definition

A database is an organized collection of data that can be stored, retrieved, and managed efficiently.

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API

Definition

An API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of rules that allows software components to communicate.

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Cloud Computing

Definition

Cloud computing provides on-demand computing resources such as servers, storage, and software over the Internet.

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