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Computer Dictionary: E

With all of the iPhone news out there lately, we have taken a little break with our dictionary terms, but don’t worry, we will get through the entire alphabet. At the end of all of our letters, we will be regular “techies.” Here we go with the latest in the computer dictionary series, the letter “E.” E&M: E&M, stands for “ear and mouth.” It is a term that is used in voice over internet protocol networks, when you make telephone calls using the internet rather than a traditional land-based or mobile phone. E&M refers to a handset, like the traditional … Continue reading →

Computing Review: June 2nd through June 8th

Have you been following all of the adventure with the iPhone? Or how about checking out those fun widgets. Just in case you’ve missed any of the computing blogs for this past week, here they are for your browsing pleasure. June 2nd iTunes Plus Apple recently unveiled the new iTunes Plus service for iTunes customers. With the service, you can download higher quality audio tracks that are DRM-free for an extra fee. But is it worth it? DRM is the technology that protects music tracks from piracy. The drawback to DRM is that the quality of a track can suffer. … Continue reading →

Computing Review: May 26th through June 1st

Have you missed any of the fun and informative computing blogs? I’m still busy catching up on the computing blogs week in review. I’m almost there, so hang in with me a little longer. Meanwhile, you can take a browse through and see if there is anything you missed or anything you want to read again. This is the week in review for May 26th through June 1st May 26th Computer Dictionary: A Confused by all of those computer terms? Just check out this dictionary for explanations. You’ll be talking like a techie in no time. May 29th Two Rival … Continue reading →

Computer Dictionary: D

Ready for the “D” list? Here are a bunch of words and phrases related to computers and technology. Did you know that there are some cases in the world of computers where it is okay to say “Damn?” DAB: DAB or Digital Audio Broadcasting is also known as digital radio or high-definition radio. With DAB, a regular analog radio signal is converted to a digital signal and translated over a regular FM or AM frequency range. Users must have a receiver equipped to handle the DAB. First deployed in the United Kingdom in 1995, DAB is very popular through Europe. … Continue reading →

Computer Dictionary: C

Want to get a handle on all of those technical computing terms? Or maybe you are just curious and want to know how to speak like the pros. We’ll get through the alphabet together and discover some of the more commonly used words, phrases and definitions. Cache: This word is pronounced like the money, “cash.” It refers to a place to store data on a temporary basis. A good example of cache is when you visit a web page. All of the graphics and some other files are generally saved in a cache subdirectory, under the directory for your browser. … Continue reading →

Computer Dictionary: B

When someone asks if you have a bluetooth, do you rush to a mirror and get ready to schedule that dentist appointment? Of course you don’t, because you are tech savvy. You are up on all of the current technical terms. You read the Computer Dictionary here at Families.com. Here, in our latest installment, are some commonly used terms that start with the letter, “B.” Back door: When someone talks about a back door, they are talking about gaining access to a computer program in a way that bypasses the regular security mechanisms. Programmers sometimes create back doors so they … Continue reading →