- Operating system (OS): The software that manages a computer’s basic functions and provides a platform for running other programs.
- Firewall: A security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic, helping to prevent unauthorized access to a computer or network.
- Malware: Malicious software that is designed to damage, disrupt, or control a computer system, often used to gain unauthorized access or to steal information.
- Cloud computing: The use of remote servers to store, manage, and process data, rather than using a local server or personal computer.
- Network: A collection of computers and devices that are connected to each other and can communicate with each other.
- Router: A device that connects multiple networks together and directs traffic between them.
- Wi-Fi: A wireless networking technology that allows devices to connect to the internet or other networks without the need for cables.
- Backup: A copy of data that is made in case the original data is lost, damaged, or destroyed.
- Antivirus: A type of software that is designed to detect and remove viruses and other malware from a computer system.
- Phishing: A type of scam where attackers try to trick users into giving away sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords, or credit card numbers, by posing as a trustworthy entity in an email or other message.