Part of the user interface that represents a section not currently shown on the screen. A tab can represent an open document, web page or section on a page. For example, multiple tabs in an internet browser represent the web pages you have open.

A portable computing device with a touch screen. An external device, such as a keyboard, can be attached.

Used often in social media to notify someone that they have been referred to in a post or photo.

(Twitter)

Where you see all the recent tweets shared by your friends and other people you follow.

Touch ID is a secure way to access your iPhone or iPad. It allows you to access your device with your fingerprint.

(See trackpad)

Touchpad or trackpad is a built-in device on a laptop to use instead of a mouse. It has a sensor that can translate the motion of your fingers to a position on the screen or to perform an action.

A screen operated by direct physical contact, without the need for keyboards or additional hardware.

A type of computer mouse where you roll a ball to position the onscreen pointer using your thumb, fingers or palm of the hand.

A touch-sensitive surface that allows you to interact with your laptop computer in the same way as a computer mouse.

The process of converting data from one format into another.

Malicious code disguised as, or contained within, software that looks legitimate. It can install hidden software to gain access to the users’ systems, usually to steal data or cause data loss.

A badge, image or logo found on a commercial website. It usually indicates that the site is a member of a professional organisation or has passed security tests. However, some images may not be genuine. If in doubt, contact the company for clarification.

(online)

A self-study or group activity designed to teach or discuss a specific learning outcome.

A free social networking service where users can publish text, images and videos as short posts known as tweets.