Unit 1 Computer Basics and Terms

A string of characters that allows access to a computer, interface, or system.

A self-replicating program able to propagate itself, typically having a detrimental effect.

A number allocated to an individual and used to validate electronic transactions.

Policy definition phase where users are granted permission to use computer hardware.

Viewing private accounts, files or resources when one has not been given permission to do so.

An Identification used by a person with access to a computer network.

Moral principles that govern a person's or group's behavior

Use of information that is expressly allowed under a licensing agreement.

The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character

A disk used to salvage data from damaged secondary storage media when it cannot be accessed.

The activity of converting data or information into code.

Portion of a hard disk that contains code for booting programs stored in other parts of a disk

A person who uses computers to gain unauthorized access to data.

A system which enables an authority to control access in a computer-based information system.

A software license agreement between the "licensor" and purchaser of the right to use software.