IT Concepts and Terminology Flashcards

"A text file is a type of digital file that contains plain text without any special formatting, usually with a .txt extension."
A table is a set of data elements that are organized using a model of vertical columns and horizontal rows in a database.
What is a text file?
What is a file format?
What is a database table?
A file format is the structure or layout of a file that defines the way it is stored and organized.
Phishing is a cyber attack that uses disguised emails or messages as a weapon to trick the recipient into providing sensitive information.
Define a Local Area Network (LAN).
Define phishing.
"A LAN is a network that connects computers within a limited area, such as a home, school, or office building."
What is cybersecurity?
"Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks."