Technology

Definition of web server

A web server is a type of software that, upon receiving a request sent by a user, processes the request and then returns the corresponding information as a result, sending the content in question. In practice, what the web server does is allow the Internet user to view a web page […]

Source code definition

Source code is the group of lines of text written in a certain programming language that tell a computer how to run a computer program. In order for the machine to be able to interpret it, it needs to be translated through an interpreter, compiler, or other tool. Before moving forward with the definition of source code, […]

Definition of information society

The information society is one where information and communication technologies (ICT) play a leading role. In these communities, technology is key to social organization and relationships between people. It is important to remember that a society – a term derived from the Latin word sociĕtas – is a group of people who […]

Definition of parallel circuit

The Latin word circuĭtus came to our language as circuit. The notion has different meanings; in this case we will focus on the meaning it has in the field of electricity. Thus, we can say that a circuit is a system, crossed by an electric current, which has one or more conductors. This current is […]

Definition of series circuit

Circuit is a term that has its etymological origin in the Latin word circuĭtus. The concept has several meanings; on this occasion, we are interested in its meaning in the field of electricity. In this context, a circuit is a system composed of one or more conductors that is crossed by an electric current. Therefore, […]

Definition of MS-DOS

MS-DOS is the acronym for Microsoft Disk Operating System. It is an operating system developed by Microsoft, the first version of which was presented in August 1981. Before moving forward, it is important to note that the operating system is the operating system developed by Microsoft.

Backup definition

Backup is a term that is not part of the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE). It is an English word that is used in the field of technology and computing. A backup is a file that is a copy of another and that works as a backup in the event of a backup.

Definition of application software

Software is an English word that the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) includes in its dictionary. The term refers to the computer program that makes it possible to execute certain tasks on an electronic device (a computer, a telephone, etc.). Application, derived from the Latin word applicatio, refers to the act and result of applying or applying: using a […]

Cache definition

The concept of memory has its etymological origin in the Latin language. The term has several uses: in this case, we are interested in its meaning in computing. In this field, memory is the physical object that makes it possible to store instructions and data. What is stored in memory can be retrieved for use in other […]

Definition of system software

Software is a term of English origin that is accepted by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) in its dictionary. The concept refers to the computer product that allows the development of various activities on a computer, a telephone or another technological device. A system, meanwhile, is a set of ordered and interrelated elements that function in […]