IC3 GS6 Glossary: Level 1

IC3 GS6 Glossary: Level 1 Android An operating system used on smartphones and tablets. Antivirus Application Software that is used to detect and eliminate computer viruses. Asynchronous Communication Communication that does not happen in real time. Attribution Giving credit to the author or owner for their work. Bcc A blind carbon copy (Bcc) is a method used in an email application to send a message while keeping the identity of the receiver private. Blog An online journal that is commonly used to write about one's experiences, opinions, or to give a review. Bookmark A way of saving a web pages address to reference or return to later. Browser An application used to access websites on the internet. Browser History A list of websites that have been visited on the internet; this includes any data associated with the website and how long the user was on the website. Cable Internet Transmits data through a cable television network as a means to connect a computer to the internet. Cc A carbon copy (Cc) is a method used in an email application to send a copy of the email to someone. A Ccd recipient is not required to respond to the message. Citation A means of giving credit to a source when their information is used. Computer Ethics A set of principles that help users determine what is right or wrong in regards to