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ergonomically correct work environ- ment. The physical arrangement of the components of the computer work environ- ment that results in a comfortable and safe environment for the user.Another term for ergonomics is “human engineering”.
extranet. An intranet that is partially accessi- ble, with authorization, to users outside of an organization.
feature. A notable property of a software application. Basic features include properties that are common to software regardless of manufacturer (e.g., text formatting, fonts, margins, alignment, tabs, spell check, gram- mar check, tables, help, sort, query, built-in calculations, and page numbering). Advanced features include properties that are specific to the application software being used (e.g., ani- mation, macros, templates, wizards, and docu- ment review).
firewall. A system used to prevent access to or from a private network. Firewalls are often used by companies to prevent individuals outside the company from accessing private networks that are connected to the Internet.
function. An operation that can be performed by software. Basic functions include operations that are common to most software packages (e.g., highlighting a word and pressing the delete key to delete the word).Advanced functions include operations that are specific to application software (e.g., performing a series of specific keystrokes to complete specific operations).
hyperlink. An element in an electronic doc- ument that links to another location in the same document or to a location on the Internet.Typically, one clicks on the hyper- link to follow the link. Hyperlinks can be text or graphics.Text hyperlinks are typically underlined blue text.
information and communication tech- nology. Commonly known as “ICT”, infor- mation and communication technology refers to the electronic accessing, processing, man- aging, and communicating of information.
innovation. The use of a new technology, item, or process to change the nature of the goods and services currently provided, the way they are produced, or the way they are distributed.
Internet. A global network that connects millions of computers.The Internet is decentralized by design. Each computer con- nected to the Internet is called a host. Hosts are independent in that their operators can choose which Internet services (e.g., online shopping, blogs) to use and which services to make available to the global Internet com- munity (e.g., by publishing a website).
Internet service provider (ISP). A com- pany that provides users with access to the Internet, usually for a fee. ISPs may also pro- vide e-mail services.
intranet. A network that is similar in design to the Internet but is accessible only to indi- viduals within an organization or with authorization.A firewall is used to protect the intranet from unauthorized access.
ISO certification. Certification by the International Organization for Standardiza- tion, a network of national standards bodies that facilitates the international coordination and unification of industrial standards.
LAN (local area network). A computer network that connects computers in a small area, usually a single building. In a LAN environment, users at individual computer workstations can share data and peripheral devices.
musculoskeletal injuries. Injuries of muscles, ligaments, and tendons caused by overexertion, repetitive movements, and awkward postures associated with keyboard work.
networked environment. Two or more computer systems connected together to allow the sharing of software, data, and peripheral devices.
newsgroups. An online discussion group of people who share similar interests.