Computer Questions

Cache memory is an extremely fast memory type that stores data so that future requests for that data can be served faster. It acts as a buffer between RAM and the CPU. It holds frequently requested data and instructions so that they are immediately available to the CPU when needed.

A large initial letter that drops below the first line of a paragraph, usually used as a decorative element at the beginning of a section or chapter of a book.

The internet was created to provide a secure form of communications and a common communications means for all computers.

Autocorrect was originally designed to replace Misspelled words. Its purpose is as part of the spell checker to correct common spelling or typing errors, saving time for the user. It is commonly found in word processors and text editing interfaces for smartphones, computers, etc.

An Illustration is a visual image created to accompany words to depict them.

VPN's are implemented to provide a secure connection through public networks. A virtual private network extends a private network across a public network, and enables users to send and receive data across shared or public networks as if their computing devices were directly connected to the private network.

A search engine is a information retrieval program that constantly collects information on the Web, following links in Web sites and reading Web pages. The search results are presented in a list format and are called as hits.

A metasearch engine is a search tool that uses another search engine's data to produce its own results from the Internet. These engines take input from a user and simultaneously send out queries to third party search engines for results. It searches other search engines rather than individual Web sites.

Examples of Metasearch engine includes - Dogpile, Zoo, Yabado, Metager, etc...

F9 keystroke is used for updating a field.