Early Childhood
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Early Childhood
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Technology Chapter 8<br />
HELPFUL TERMS<br />
Assistive Technology Computer attachments that make computing more accessible to children<br />
with differing abilities, such as single switches and communication boards.<br />
Internet A global network that links computer networks across the world connecting<br />
users with e-mail and the World Wide Web.<br />
Listserv A program that allows users to create a list of addresses for sending e-mail.<br />
Modem The hardware that allows computers to access the Internet.<br />
Network A system of two or more computers linked by wires or cable in order to<br />
exchange information.<br />
Software Programs such as those used for word processing, games and educational<br />
processes that are used on the computer.<br />
Virus A computer program that can cause damage to disks or files on the<br />
computer.<br />
World Wide Web (www) A network that holds information and that can be accessed by anyone who<br />
has a modem and Internet software.<br />
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