AI (Artificial Intelligence): The simulation of human intelligence by machines, especially computer systems (Chatgpt, Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot are examples).
App (Application): A program downloaded onto your phone or tablet, such as a game or social network (like Facebook, Tiktok or similar).
Cloud The cloud is used to describe a remote service that can store your information, like documents and pictures.
Cybersecurity: Measures taken to protect computers, networks, and data from unauthorized access or attack.
Data: Information stored on a computer (pictures, documents, videos..anything you save to your device).
Database: An organized collection of data that can be easily accessed and managed.
Device: Equipment such as a computer, phone, or tablet.
Encryption: The process of converting information into a secure format to prevent unauthorized access.
Firewall: A security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.
HTML (HyperText Markup Language): The standard language for creating web pages.
HTTP/HTTPS (HyperText Transfer Protocol): Protocols used for transferring data over the web securely.
Internet: A global network of computers or devices that allows sharing of information.
IP Address (Internet Protocol Address): A unique string of numbers identifying a device on a network.
IT (Information Technology): The use of computers and telecommunications to store, retrieve, transmit, and manipulate data.
Malware: Malicious software used to gain access to your computer (can be viruses or other types of bad software)
Network: A group of interconnected devices that share resources and information.
Operating System (OS): Software that manages computer hardware and software resources (examples are Windows, Linux or MacOS).
Password: A code used to protect your information.
Phishing: An attempt to steal your financial or personal information by pretending to be someone else.
Programming Language: A set of instructions used to communicate with a computer to create software.
Router: A device that connects multiple networks and directs data traffic between them (think of this as a traffic cop at an intersection).
Security Updates: Updates that address security issues in computer programs (ALWAYS install these as soon as they are available!!).
Software: Computer programs.
URL (Uniform Resource Locator): The address used to access a web resource (website address).
Virus: A harmful computer program.
Wi-Fi: Technology that allows you to connect to the internet without wires.