A software program you can use to find Web sites, Web pages, and Internet files.
search engine
a button on a computer keyboard, distinct from the main alphanumeric keys, to which software can assign a particular function.
key function
house
accommodation
to express disapproval
to object to
to take as one's own
to adopt
Text prompt for entering commands
command prompt
to get into someone's computer system without permission in order to get information or do something illegal
to hack into
to call on for support
to invoke
Software that performs a specific task, such as word processing or spreadsheet creation
applications software
to set apart or designate for a special purpose; to distribute
to allocate
running more than one application in memory at the same time
multi-tasking
to know
to be aware
the interplay that occurs when the effect of one factor (such as environment) depends on another factor (such as heredity)
interaction
to set up (an organization, system, or set of rules) on a firm or permanent basis.
to establish
Interface between user and computer in which the user enters commands to communicate with the computer system.
command driven
a collection of things or persons to be handled together
batch
the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.
environment
Hardware that performs graphics processing tasks independently of the computer's
graphic engine
A procedure for protecting memory allocated to one program from unauthorized access by another program; adds overhead to each write operation.
memory-protection
an activity that will produce money
revenue stream
Exit a login shell
logout
it contains instructions written by a programmer specifying the actions to be performed by computer software
source code
a falling short of what is expected or needed; a weakness or fault
shortcoming
strong and healthy
robust
to think with pleasure about a future event that you expect to enjoy.
to look forward to
The technique of keeping multiple programs that compete for access to the CPU in main memory at the same time so that they can execute
multiprogramming
break into or between; hinder; stop
to interrupt
Software programs in a system that contain instructions that transfer control to the system software to perform input/output and other routine operations with a user interface.
application program
In a factory, an arrangement where a product is moved from worker to worker, with each person performing a single task in the making of the product.
assembly line
A single level in the stacking order that can hold any number of objects
layer
A shortened form of a word or phrase
abbreviation
a promise or pledge to do something
commitment
image
icon (n)
the action of mathematical calculation
computation
a place, amenity, or piece of equipment provided for a particular purpose.
facility
the central or most important part of something.
kernel
The way something allows you to connect with it
interface
the product of a number and any whole number
multiple
this program is responsible for controlling all other programs in the OS.
supervisor program
added, extra, or supplementary to what is already present or available
additional
to include as a necessary step
to entail
to make easier; to assist
to facilitate
enough; adequate
sufficient
A program, such as a spell checker or calendar, that remains loaded in memory so that it may be quickly recalled while another program is running, as found in operating systems which do not allow multitasking.
resident program
a fact or condition connected with or relevant to an event or action.
circumstance
to put into action; execute
to implement
to start up a computer
to boot
it is generally used for protection, but sometimes for body support
shell
Two or more users have individual accounts that allow them to work with programs and peripheral devices at the same time.
multi-user
too high price
eye-watering price
a visual way of interacting with a computer using items such as windows, icons, and menus, used by most modern operating systems.
graphical user interface
the part of a picture, scene, or design that forms a setting for the main figures or objects, or appears furthest from the viewer.
background
To shut or make secure
to lock
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