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Chapter 16
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Computer Science
8th Grade
01/20/2006

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artificial itelligence
Definition
software that processes ingormation on its own without human intervention.
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Biometric security measures
Definition
Examination a fingerprint, a voice pattern, or the iris or retina of the eye for identification purposes
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Computer-based learning
Definition
using the computer as a tutor
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computer crime
Definition
a criminal act that is committed through the use of a computer, such as getting into someone else's system and changing information or creating a computer virus. It can also involve the theft of computer equipment
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computer hacking
Definition
invading someones else's computer, usually for personl gain or just for the satisfaction of invading someone else's computer
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computer fraud
Definition
manipulation of a computer or computer data in order to obtain money, property, or value dishonesty or to cause loss
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copyright
Definition
the exclusive right granted by law for a certon number of years, to make or dispose of litary, musical, or artistic work
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data diddling
Definition
changing data before of after it has been entered into the computer
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distance learning
Definition
taking a course online over the internet without having to meet in a traditional classroom
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digital cash
Definition
allows someone to pay by transmiting a number from one computer to another
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