| Word | Definition | Computerese |
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Code |
cryptic message |
software instruction |
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Boot |
footwear |
load operating system |
|
Virus |
makes you sick |
makes computer sick |
|
Memory |
ideas |
data storage retained |
|
News |
NBC/CNN/C-Span |
Usenet |
|
|
bills/junk mail |
electronic letters |
|
FIDO |
dog |
subnet |
|
Pen |
writing with ink thing |
pointing device |
|
Slip |
undergarment |
external communication |
|
Tip |
money for waiters/waitresses |
open line for communication |
|
Mouse |
rodent |
pointing device |
|
Screen |
metal mesh |
terminal face |
|
Spool |
thing that holds thread |
swap device |
|
Thread |
stuff on spools |
code structure method |
|
OOP |
a boo-boo |
C++ |
|
Ports |
place where ships dock |
serial, parallel |
|
Floppy |
limp |
removeable disk |
|
Hard drive |
difficult trip |
fixed disk |
|
Windows |
cleaning nightmare |
GUI nightmare |
|
Root |
bottom part of plant |
sysadm or main directory |
|
Smalltalk |
chit chat |
programming language |