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Computer science
The science of computers and programming.
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Software
Computer; Computer science
The programmes used to direct the operation of a computer, as well as documentation giving instructions on how to use them.
Base 64 encoding
Computer; Computer science
A binary-to-text encoding scheme whereby an arbitrary sequence of bytes is converted to a sequence of printable ASCII characters.
One-pass encoding
Computer; Computer science
An encoding method in which content is analysed and compressed in the same pass through the encoder.
Powerpoint
Computer; Computer science
A commercial presentation programme developed by Microsoft. It is part of the Microsoft Office suite, and runs on Microsoft Window sand Apple's Mac OS X operating system.
Configuration
Computer; Computer science
In communications or computer systems, a configuration is an arrangement of functional units according to their nature, number, and chief characteristics.
Storage
Computer; Computer science
The retention of retrievable data on a computer or other electronic system; memory.
Cabling diagram
Computer; Computer hardware
A schematic diagram that shows the physical position and connexion of cables between systems. This diagram is used as reference to instal or repair cable connexions in a system.
