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Word Meaning modem A device that enables a computer to send and receive information over a telephone line (internet, email,  fax).  netiquette Network etiquette : a set of informal rules defining proper behaviour on the internet. portal A website that acts as a gateway or entry point to the internet (for example, Yahoo). Typically, a portal offers a search engine and links to other sites grouped into categories, as well as news or other services. program A sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute in order to do a particular job.  Programs are collectively referred to as 'software'. provider Company that provides access to the internet. scanner A piece of hardware, or peripheral device, used to scan a document and create a digital copy. spam Unwanted, irrelevant or inappropriate e-mail messages, especially commercial advertising.  Also referred to as 'junkmail'. spyware Software that collects information, without your knowledge, abo...

N.B.  The British spelling 'programme' is no longer used to refer to a computer program,  although it is still correct in other phrases e.g. 'television programme'. Word Meaning adware A software application which displays unwanted pop-up advertisements on your computer while in use.  Adware is often installed at the same time as free software or shareware. application Any program designed to perform a specific function directly for the user.  Microsoft Word, Outlook or Adobe Photoshop are examples of application programs. bloatware/fatware Pre-installed software that occupies a lot of space, leaving little memory for storing personal data. browser A program or tool such as Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox or Google that enables you to browse or surf the World Wide Web and view internet sites. bug A defect or fault in a program that prevents it from working correctly.  Bugs are caused by mistakes or errors made by those who write the program. cache A sort of f...