a wireless network that sends and receives data very quickly

a music file format that is of higher quality than MP3.

a withdrawal, deposit or transfer in a bank account

a service that notifies bank customers of suspicious activity

how correct a GPS's measurement is

how long a GPS takes to determine location

a type of screen that produces high quality, clear images.

a piece of equipment that uses energy to make a robot move

a computer that observes and reacts to the conditions in a certain environment

a rule or set of rules that provides steps to take or questions to ask in order to solve a problem

a program that locates and eliminates computer viruses

an application with a specific function that you download onto your phone

a group of disk drives that are connected and used as a single unit.

the branch of science that seeks to create computers and robots that can reason, learn and solve problems independently.

a low level programming language that translates between computer programs

a file sent as part of an email

a device that feeds multiple pages into a scanner.

A robot that can operate on its own without help from humans

an image in a computer game that represents a person

a crime in which someone uses bank funds without permission

an arrangement of lines and spaces that represent data

a service provided by banks that allows customers to automatically pay bills online

the smallest unit of computer data

A computer's ......... measures the number of bits that the CPU can access at once

an image that is made up of many small points

a measurement of the amount of data that is processed

a website where a person writes posts about his or her feelings, thoughts, activities, etc.

a wireless network that connects your phone with other devices, such as a computer.

narrows a database search with words like "and," "or" and "not."

a system that allows computers to transfer large amounts of information

measures how many times the CPU can access a group of bits per second. This is measured in MHz.

the act of adjusting printers and scanners to display colors correctly

a feature of some cell phones. It alerts you that someone is calling while you are on the line with someone else

a feature of some cell phones that tells you the name and number of the person calling you.

the amount of space an MP3 player has to store files

the science of mapmaking

the process of using information from previous experiences to solve new problems

an inventory of books in a library

a light-sensitive chip that is used when capturing digital images

Compact disc on which you can write only once and thereafter is read-only.

A CD that allows data to be erased and written again several times.

a wireless phone that sends and receives data at a certain frequency of energy.

a person who studies the mind and thought processes

A program that translates code in a high-level language (such as Java) to machine instructions (such as bytecode for the Java virtual machine).

(also known as a programming language) is used by computer programmers to create instructions that a computer can understand

the state of being aware of oneself and one's actions

groups of numbers that describe location

the part of a computer that handles most of the processing of files and data

the process of storing information using less storage space by reducing the number of bits it takes up.

A subscription that allows individuals to connect to the Internet using a cellular network.

to return a file it to its original format

an Internet connection using a modem and regular telephone lines

stored electronically as a series of ones and zeros

a newer type of memory module. It sends 64 bits of data to the CPU

to transfer a file or program from the Internet to a personal computer or device.

the number of dots used per inch to create an image

the energy that makes a robot move

tells a device how it should communicate with a computer

a high-bandwidth connection using normal telephone lines

a mathematical model of the forces that allow a robot to move

An electronic book that can be read on a computer or special reading device.

a scholarly publication that is published online

the act of moving money from one account to another by using a computer

a summary of account activity that is viewable on a computer, but not on paper.

the height of something above sea level

a device that a person activates to allow a robot to move.

the hand or tool at the end of a robot's manipulator. It is the part of the robot that moves or picks up objects

a number used to identify specific individual items

a value that specifies the end-effector's position and movements

a library server program that allows remote users to access the library's electronic materials.

occurs when a disk drive malfunctions and the data stored on it cannot be accessed.

a format that lets you easily read updated news about something

a data storage medium that is used with digital cameras

a flexible magnetic storage disk encased in a square plastic shell that is used to transfer data.

to become unresponsive and stop functioning

the activity of playing games online on a computer

a unit of measurement of hard drive capacity

a device in a computer that stores all of its information permanently.

a collection of 24 satellites that give accurate position and navigation data to people all over the Earth

a type of algorithm designed to find a suitable solution to a problem when no perfect solution or answer is known

a location (like an airport or a cafe) that provides wireless Internet access to users.

is the crime of using other people's personal information to take their money or buy items in their name

a categorical list of books in a library

device that uses ink to produce documents and images on paper

a text-based conversation in real time.

a device's ability to perform consistently without error

a company that provides Internet access

a device that produces documents and images on paper with a laser beam

an object's location north or south of the Equator

it limits who can use a library's electronic resources

a word or set of words on a website or document. When you click on it, it takes you to a different website

battery in cell phones that is small, light, and lasts a long time

prevents people from accessing a bank account when the password is entered incorrectly too many times

an object's location east or west of the Prime Meridian

made up of the instructions that a CPU can process

a long, narrow piece of magnetized plastic that is used for storing information

a field of study concerned with creating algorithms that computers can use to learn from their experiences.

the arm of a robot. The end-effector sits at the end of it.

a unit of measurement that measures how much information a computer stores

the forms of mass communication available at the library, including images, films and periodicals.

a measurement of image size

the amount of data that can be contained within a given computer storage device

a unit of measurement that measures the speed of a CPU

the process of making conclusions by examining cause and effect relationships

a device that allows computers to send and receive information over phone lines

the circuit board in a computer. It holds the CPU and all attachments

the act of creating a route to a destination

If something is available ....., it can be used when an electronic device is not connected to the Internet.

a service that allows people to manage finances on the Internet

the use of the camera lens to make an image appear larger, retaining image quality

the area on the hard drive where the computer stores data that doesn't fit in the RAM

the process of classifying objects by examining their visual appearance

a small, handheld computer

a program that can open and display text or images

a device that a person uses to control and guide a robot's movements

an object's exact location

a number assigned to bank account holders that helps banks identify the holder and maintain security.

a webpage on a social networking site with personal or identifying information

a method for combining multiple disk drives into a single storage unit that can increase computer performance dramatically

a form of computer data storage. It is a physical device that holds data temporarily

a process that allows images or text to fit screens that are different sizes

the ability to use online library resources from outside the library

a moving machine that can complete tasks automatically

the scientific study of robots and their structure and movement.

an interface for connecting storage devices to a computer system

to use a laser to read bar codes and convert them to electronic signals

a robot that consists of a single series of joints linked together

a security system that lets the bank and the account holder verify their identities to one another in online transactions

an older type of memory module. It sends up to 32 bits of data to a CPU

allows users to access software regardless of their location

the activity of socializing online with other people. This takes place on social networking sites, forums, blogs, etc.

unwanted email, like advertisements, sent to large groups of people

a connection between two servers that encrypts information so that no one else can monitor or access the information exchanged

the agreement to use something, often requiring a fee

the hardware or software needed to run a program

a type of line used by businesses that connects many users at once to the Internet

a powerful line made of 28 T-1 lines

a short, written message that a person sends to and from a cell phone

a 12-digit number used to identify consumer items

a device that is used with a scanner to capture seethrough documents like slides.

to improve something, like a computer program or a type of service

a portable flash memory system that uses a USB interface to connect to a computer and transfer information

a way to encrypt a connection when you use remote access

a method of computer data storage. The computer stores data on its hard drive instead of in the RAM.

locations that you can mark or record in your GPS

a feature of some cell phones that lets you dial a number by voice instead of by hand

a type of connection using wireless signals instead of a physical connection

a device that forwards data as a wireless signal

a removable disk storage system that is typically used to transfer data.