Tuesday, 29 December 2015

Tricky Vocabulary is no problem for Tech Heroes!

Hello There!

We are about to update our computing classroom to make it a bit more inspiring and one of the things Miss D is planning is a challenge board! Here is some of the tricky computing vocabulary our school are going to be learning to use...
 
 
 
Algorithm:  A precise step by step method for solving a problem.

 

Application: A self-contained program that has a specific use (like an app on your phone).

 

Boolean logic: A system of reasoning using true and false.

 

Browser:  A piece of software that enables you to use the world wide web. We normally use Google Chrome as a browser at school.

 

Data Information which can be stored using a digital device, for example an iPad.

 

Debug To find and change errors in computer code. If Candy Crush stops working, it probably needs debugging.

 

E-safety: Understanding rules to keep yourself and others safe online.

 

Function: A section of code that takes information and then gives a result.

 

Hardware: Physical items of computing kit, for example a printer.

 

Input - feeding data into a computer.

 

Internet - A network of computers all over the world sharing information on the world wide web.

 

Network - different computers (or iPads, ipods, etc.) connected and sharing information together.

 

Program/code - A sequence of instructions.

 

Software - Programs that help your computer to do new things, for example Microsoft Paint.

 

Variable: A symbol in a piece of coding that can be changed.

Phew! We just can't wait to amaze everyone with our excellent computational vocabulary!

Tech Heroes

Ps. If you find Miss D and are able to tell her the meanings of all of these words, she will give you a super shiny sticker!

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