Technology & Internet

20 words

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   loginnoun, verb/ˈlɒɡɪn/

   Noun: the credentials or account entry used to access a system (often username + password). Verb (phrasal): to enter a system by providing credentials (log in).

   “I couldn't submit the form because my login expired.”

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   notificationnoun/ˌnəʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/

   A short message that informs a user about a new event, message, or update on a device or application.

   “I turned off all notifications during the lecture.”

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   digitaladjective/ˈdɪdʒɪtəl/

   related to or using computer technology and electronic data

   “Many schools offer digital textbooks to reduce paper use.”

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   linknoun/verb/lɪŋk/

   a connection between two web pages or things; to connect two things

   “Click the link to open the application form.”

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   platformnoun/ˈplæt.fɔːm/

   an online system or service where users interact, share content, or access tools

   “Many tutors now teach on an online platform that includes video lessons and quizzes.”

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   usernamenoun/ˈjuː.zə.neɪm/

   A unique name used to identify a user on a computer system or online service.

   “Choose a username that you can remember but isn’t too obvious.”

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   hackernoun/ˈhækə(r)/

   a person who illegally accesses or tries to damage computer systems

   “A hacker broke into the company's database and stole customer information.”

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   subscriptionnoun/səbˈskrɪpʃən/

   an arrangement to pay regularly for access to a service or content

   “I cancelled my music subscription because I don't listen enough.”

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   cybersecuritynoun/ˌsaɪbə.sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti/

   Protection of computer systems and networks from theft or damage to hardware, software, or data.

   “Many governments invest heavily in cybersecurity to protect citizens' data.”

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    profilenoun/ˈprəʊ.faɪl/

    a user's account page that contains personal information and settings on a website or app

    “You should update your profile photo before applying for internships online.”

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    updatenoun/verb/ˈʌp.deɪt/

    to make something more modern or include new information; a new version or piece of information that replaces older ones

    “I need to update my phone's operating system.”

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    phishingnoun/ˈfɪʃ.ɪŋ/

    An online scam where attackers send fake messages to trick people into revealing personal information.

    “I nearly fell for a phishing email that asked for my bank details.”

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    backupnoun/ˈbæk.ʌp/

    a copy of data stored separately so it can be restored if the original is lost or damaged

    “Always make a backup of your documents before updating the software.”

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    encryptionnoun/ɪnˈkrɪp.ʃən/

    The process of converting information into a code to prevent unauthorised access.

    “Many messaging apps use end-to-end encryption to protect conversations.”

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    firewallnoun/ˈfaɪə.wɔːl/

    A security system that controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on rules.

    “The company installed a firewall to block suspicious traffic.”

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    spamnoun/spæm/

    unwanted or junk email or messages, often advertising

    “My inbox is full of spam offering loans I didn't ask for.”

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    algorithmnoun/ˈælɡərɪðəm/

    a set of rules or steps a computer follows to solve a problem or process data

    “Recommendation algorithms suggest videos based on what you watched before.”

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    bandwidthnoun/ˈbændwɪdθ/

    the amount of data that can be sent over an internet connection in a particular time

    “Streaming HD video requires a lot of bandwidth.”

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    captchanoun/ˈkæp.tʃə/

    A test used on websites to determine whether the user is human and not an automated program.

    “I had to complete a captcha before I could download the file.”

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    gadgetnoun/ˈɡædʒɪt/

    a small electronic device that has a particular purpose

    “He bought a useful gadget that peels vegetables quickly.”