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Here is Lesson 7: Software Fundamentals



Lesson 7 Vocabulary
 * 1) **Bitmapped graphics**- Images created with a matrix of picture elements
 * 2) **Cell**- One intersection of a row and a column in a table
 * 3) **Database**- A collection of related information organized for rapid search and retrieval
 * 4) **Datasheet**-A database table that stores subject-based data; a primary object in a database
 * 5) **Field**- In Access, a single piece of database information, such as a first name, a last name, or a telephone number; in word, an indication of a location in which variable text or data can be inserted
 * 6) **Multimedia**- The use of text, graphics, audio, and video in some combination to create an effective means of communication and interaction
 * 7) **Object**- A discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer
 * 8) **Object linking and embedding**- A technology developed by Microsoft that lets you create a document or object in one program and then link and/or embed that data into another program
 * 9) **Presentation software**- Software that is used to create and edit information to present in an electronic slide show format
 * 10) **Primary key**- Unique identifier of each record in an access table
 * 11) **Query**- A database object which enables you to locate multiple records matching specified criteria
 * 12) **Record**- A group of related fields in a database, such as all the contact information for an individual
 * 13) **Spreadsheet**- A grid of rows and columns into which you enter text data and numerical data
 * 14) **Table**- A datasheet that stores subject-based data. It is a primary object an Access database
 * 15) **Text editor**- A basic word-processing application
 * 16) **Utility program**- Systems software that performs tasks related to managing the computer’s resources, file management, diagnostics, and other specialized chores
 * 17) **Vector graphics**- Graphics that use points, lines, curves, and shapes based on mathematical equations to represent images
 * 18) **Word-processing software**- Software used to prepare text documents such as letters, reports, flyers, brochures, and books
 * 19) **Workbook**- Where worksheets are stored; a workbook contains one or more worksheets
 * 20) **Worksheet**- A spreadsheet in Excel, consisting of a grid of rows and columns containing numbers, text, and formulas

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