Archives: Glossary Terms

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File Sharing

  Definition: Swapping music, movies, games, and other media online with other users on a local network or a peer-to-peer (P2P) program. Need another definition?   [glossary_atoz

Filter

  Definition: A filter is a set of criteria established to select desired data. What This Means: Often a filter is set up when a

Firewall

  Definition: A software application that allows only authorized users through and blocks all others. What This Means: A firewall keeps a computer, and the

Firewire

  Definition: The trademarked Apple name for an interface used to connect devices with computers, in compliance with the IEEE 1394. Available in both

Flash Drive

  Definition: A portable, flash memory data storage device that includes a USB (universal service bus) connection. They are often small enough to fit

Flipped Learning

  Definition: Flipped Learning occurs when direct instruction is moved from the group teaching space to the individual learning environment. Class time is then

Format

  Defintion: Format is the format in which the item should be entered or displayed. What This Means: A term that is functional for users

Formula

  Definition: The formula used to derive the data, if it is a calculated field. What This Means: A term that is functional for users