Understanding Data and Digital Information

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What is binary code?
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Binary code is the most basic form of data in a computer system and uses only two numbers: 0 and 1.
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What is a bit?
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A bit is the smallest unit of data in a computer, representing a single binary value of 0 or 1.
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What is a byte?
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A byte is a group of eight bits, the standard chunk of data for a computer.
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What is meant by data encryption?
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Data encryption is the process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorized access.
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What is a database management system (DBMS)?
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A DBMS is software that interacts with users, applications, and the database itself to capture and analyze data.
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What does URL stand for?
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URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, which is the address used to access resources on the Internet.
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What is metadata?
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Metadata is data that describes other data, providing information about a certain item's content.
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What is the difference between a local and a cloud storage?
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Local storage refers to saving data on physical devices like hard drives, whereas cloud storage saves data on the Internet using services like Google Drive.
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What is a cookie in terms of web browsing?
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A cookie is a small piece of data sent from a website and stored on the user's computer by the user's web browser while the user is browsing.
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What is data compression?
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Data compression is the process of encoding data to reduce its size for storage and transmission.
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What are the two main types of data?
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Qualitative data is descriptive while quantitative data is numerical.
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What is a digital footprint?
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A digital footprint is a trail of data you create while using the Internet, including websites you visit and emails you send.
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Why is cybersecurity important?
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Cybersecurity is important to protect computers and networks from theft or damage to hardware, software, or data.
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What is spam?
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Spam is unwanted or junk email sent over the Internet, usually to many users, for advertising purposes.
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What does AI stand for, and what is it?
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AI stands for Artificial Intelligence, which is the simulation of human intelligence in computers to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence.
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