Computer Key Terms Letter U
User
Any individual who uses a computer.
Uplink
To send data to a satellite.
USB drive
The size of a key chain, these hard drives connect to a computer’s USB port enabling a transfer of files.
Universal Product Code (UPC)
A barcode system that identifies the product to the computer, which has a description and the latest price for the product.
Unicode
A 16-bit code designed to support international languages, like Chinese and Japanese.
Universal Serial Bus (USB) port
Expected to replace serial and parallel ports. They are faster, and one USB port can be used to connect several devices to the system unit.
User Interface
Means by which users interact with application programs and hardware. A window is displayed with information for the user to enter or choose, and that is how users communicate with the program.
Utility Suite
A program that combines several utilities in one package to improve system performance.
Uploading
Process of transferring information from the computer the user is operating to a remote computer.
Utility
Performs specific tasks related to managing computer resources or files.
Any individual who uses a computer.
Uplink
To send data to a satellite.
USB drive
The size of a key chain, these hard drives connect to a computer’s USB port enabling a transfer of files.
Universal Product Code (UPC)
A barcode system that identifies the product to the computer, which has a description and the latest price for the product.
Unicode
A 16-bit code designed to support international languages, like Chinese and Japanese.
Universal Serial Bus (USB) port
Expected to replace serial and parallel ports. They are faster, and one USB port can be used to connect several devices to the system unit.
User Interface
Means by which users interact with application programs and hardware. A window is displayed with information for the user to enter or choose, and that is how users communicate with the program.
Utility Suite
A program that combines several utilities in one package to improve system performance.
Uploading
Process of transferring information from the computer the user is operating to a remote computer.
Utility
Performs specific tasks related to managing computer resources or files.