Technology & Internet

20 words

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   internetnoun/ˈɪntənet/

   A global computer network that connects people and systems for sharing information

   “I searched for the article on the Internet.”

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   datanoun/ˈdeɪtə/

   Facts or information used for analysis, research, or decision-making

   “The researchers collected data from 200 participants.”

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   emailnoun / verb/ˈiː.meɪl/

   A message sent electronically between people using the internet / to send such a message

   “Please email me the report by Friday.”

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   technologynoun/tɛkˈnɒlədʒi/

   Tools, machines, or methods based on scientific knowledge used to solve problems or make tasks easier

   “New medical technology saved the patient’s life.”

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   virusnoun/ˈvaɪ.rəs/

   a malicious program that infects computers or devices to damage data or steal information

   “The computer contracted a virus after downloading an unknown file.”

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   softwarenoun/ˈsɒftweə(r)/

   Programs and operating information used by a computer, not physical hardware

   “The company developed new accounting software for small businesses.”

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   networknoun/ˈnɛtwɜːk/

   A system of connected computers, people, or organizations that can share information

   “The company created a network of suppliers to improve delivery times.”

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   passwordnoun/ˈpɑːs.wɜːd/

   a secret word or phrase used to gain access to an account or device

   “I changed my password after the account alert.”

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   uploadverb/ˈʌp.ləʊd/

   to transfer a file or data from your device to a remote server or online service

   “I need to upload the photos to the group before tonight.”

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    websitenoun/ˈwɛb.saɪt/

    A set of connected web pages under one domain, accessed through the internet

    “I found the information on the company website.”

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    devicenoun/dɪˈvaɪs/

    A tool or machine made for a particular purpose or task

    “The hospital bought a new diagnostic device.”

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    filenoun/faɪl/

    a document or collection of data stored on a computer or storage system

    “Please attach the file to your application email.”

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    smartphonenoun/ˈsmɑːt.fəʊn/

    A mobile phone with advanced functions like internet access and apps

    “Most teenagers own a smartphone these days.”

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    cloudnoun/klaʊd/

    internet-based storage and services that let you save and access data remotely

    “We store backup copies of files in the cloud.”

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    onlineadverb / adjective/ˈɒn.laɪn/

    Connected to or available through the internet; happening on the internet

    “I attend an online class every Tuesday.”

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    searchverb / noun/sɜːtʃ/

    to look for information (often on the internet); (noun) the act of looking for information

    “I searched for reliable sources on the topic.”

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    browsernoun/ˈbraʊ.zə/

    a program used to access and view websites on the internet

    “I cleared my browser history before the presentation.”

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    downloadverb / noun/daʊnˈləʊd/

    To transfer a file from a remote system to a local device / the act of doing this

    “I need to download the PDF before the meeting.”

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    streamverb / noun/striːm/

    to play audio or video in real time over the internet; (noun) the continuous flow of media

    “We streamed the concert live last night.”

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    appnoun (informal)/æp/

    A software program designed for mobile devices or specific tasks

    “I use a weather app to check the forecast.”