IT Concepts and Terminology Flashcards

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Explain binary data.
What is TCP/IP?
"Binary data is information represented in a base-2 numeral system, using only two symbols: 0 and 1."
Define a Local Area Network (LAN).
"A LAN is a network that connects computers within a limited area, such as a home, school, or office building."
"TCP/IP stands for Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol, which is a set of rules governing the connection of computer systems to the internet."
Define encryption.
What is a database?
"A database is an organized collection of data, generally stored and accessed electronically from a computer system."
"Encryption is the process of converting information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access."
What is a file format?
A file format is the structure or layout of a file that defines the way it is stored and organized.