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computeracy Last modified: Thursday, December 13, 2007
A term used to mean being literate in computer, or the ability to read and write using a computer system. The word computeracy is also used to describe having computer skills in the workforce. Computeracy is derived from the words computer and literacy. See computer literacy.
Computeracy for teachers and learners Computeracy is not a new word these days; it is a combination of computer and literacy and it means "being literate in computer." Webopedia's "Did You Know...?" Section Use this Webopedia knowledge section for an in-depth overview of specific technologies and occurrences in the areas of Computer Science, The Internet, and Computer Hardware and Software. Webopedia's Quick Reference Section Use this Webopedia reference section for information on common Internet and computer facts and occurrences.	Related Categories Computer Science Related Terms computer computer literacy foobar geek power user Shopping computer cd Products Compare Products,Prices and Stores Shop by Category: Removable Media 2105 Model Matches Computer Games 5535 Model Matches CD ROM Drives 521 Model Matches Wireless Access Points 280 Model Matches Laptops 3455 Model Matches