Data entry

The process of entering information into a computerised database or spreadsheet.

Data groupings

A collection of data, or records, grouped together for a useful purpose.

Database

A collection of electronic data arranged for ease and speed of search and retrieval.

Documentation

Instructions for using a device or program.

Ergonomic requirements

Concerned with the organisation of a comfortable and safe environment in the workplace.

Formulae

Expressions used to calculate data to produce a desired result.

Layout

The way information is displayed. In a database you can change the layout by selecting different fields.

Manuals

Instructional documents that provide information to assist in the carrying out of tasks.

Minimise wastage

Conserve resources eg practice paper conservation techniques.

Output

Anything that comes out of a computer, such as a printout or onscreen data.

Query

A request for information from a database. A method of selectively viewing, changing or analysing data.

Resource conservation techniques

Systems in place in a workplace designed to minimise resource wastage.

Software functions

Automated procedures available within computer applications to perform particular tasks.

Statutory requirements

Legal requirements for activities or procedures.

Storage

The capacity of a device to hold and retain data.

Table

An object that stores data in records (rows) and fields (columns), a set of records.