CLI | GUI |
WIMP | Terminal |
Shell | Command |
Prompt | Output |
A type of user interface that enables users to engage with the computer system by utilizing visual components like buttons, icons, and windows. | A type of user interface where a user can interact with the computer system by inputting commands. |
A text-based interface that allows users to enter commands to interact with the computer system | A type of graphical user interface (GUI) that is based on Windows, Icons, Menus, and Pointers. |
A specific instruction given to a computer system to perform a particular task | A program that provides an interface between the user and the operating system, allowing the user to run commands and interact with the system |
The result of a command or operation displayed to the user, typically in the CLI or shell | The text displayed by a CLI or shell that indicates the system is ready to accept typed commands |
Mouse | Keyboard |
Menu | Drag And Drop |
Window | Icon |
Scroll Bar | Tooltip |
A hardware input device used with CLI and GUI interfaces to enter text and commands | A hardware input device used with GUIs to point, click, and drag graphical elements on the screen |
A GUI feature that allows users to move files, folders, and other graphical elements by selecting and dragging them with a mouse or touchpad | A graphical list of options displayed by a GUI interface, typically accessed through a mouse or touchpad |
A small graphical symbol used by a GUI interface to represent a file, folder, or application | A graphical element within a GUI interface that displays an application, document, or other content |
A small text box that appears when a mouse cursor hovers over a graphical element, providing additional information to the user | A graphical element within a GUI interface used to scroll through a large document or webpage |
Shortcut | File Explorer |
Taskbar | Control Panel |
Remote Access | RDP |
SSH | Remote Desktop |
A GUI application used to navigate and manage files and folders on a computer system | A graphical link to a file, folder, or application, typically placed on the desktop or within a GUI menu |
A GUI tool used to manage system settings and configurations on a computer system | A GUI feature that displays currently running applications on the bottom of the screen, providing quick access to open programs |
Remote Desktop Protocol, a proprietary protocol developed by Microsoft that allows users to remotely control another computer over a network connection. | The ability to access and control a computer or network remotely, usually through the internet. |
A software or feature that allows a user to view and control a desktop environment on a remote computer. | Secure Shell, a cryptographic network protocol for secure remote access and secure remote file transfers. |
WYSIWYG | User Interface |
Interface | Multimedia |
Digital Media | Hypermedia |
The means by which a user interacts with a computer or software application | A type of user interface that allows users to view a document or webpage exactly as it will appear when printed or displayed |
The use of various forms of media such as text, audio, images, and video, combined together to create an interactive and engaging experience. | A point where two systems, subjects, organizations, etc. meet and interact |
Multimedia that contains links or connections to other related multimedia elements, allowing for non-linear navigation or exploration. | Media content that is stored and transmitted in digital format, which can be easily accessed and manipulated using electronic devices. |