Information

Definition

Information refers to any data or knowledge that is meaningful and can be processed by our cognitive system. It includes facts, ideas, experiences, and perceptions that we acquire through our senses.

Related terms

Short-term Memory:

Also known as working memory, short-term memory holds a limited amount of information temporarily for immediate use.

Long-term Memory:

The storage system responsible for holding vast amounts of information for long periods.

Selective Attention:

The ability to focus on specific stimuli while filtering out irrelevant ones.