Are you a computer geek? If not, these words and expressions are a real ‘must’ for you to know in the XXI century! How many words related to the world of computers and the Internet do you already know?
BASIC COMPUTER VOCABULARY
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1) a thin, flat cake that is dry and usually sweet, 2) a piece of information stored on your computer, which contains information about Internet documents you have looked at
COLLOCATIONS RELATED TO COMPUTER AND THE INTERNET WORLD:
to surf the Internet/Net/Web – to look at information on the Internet by moving from one page to another using electronic links.
to download sth from the Internet – to copy computer programs, music or other information electronically using the Internet.
to install software – to put a piece of equipment somewhere and make it ready to use.
a backup copy – an extra copy of computer information.
to reboot a computer – When a computer reboots, it switches off and then starts again immediately, and when you reboot a computer, you make it do this.
a mouse pad – sth underneath the mouse to stop it slipping and improve its accuracy.
screen resolution – how many pixels across and down the screen.
external hard drive/hard disc – additional storage you can connect to your computer.
to store data – to save your work.
memory card – a device for storing information in computers or digital cameras.
graphics card – the part inside a computer that allows it to receive and show pictures and video.
touchscreen tablet – a tablet with a screen that works when you touch it.
USB flash drive/memory stick/pendrive – a small electronic device designed to store information that can be put into a computer, mobile phone, etc.
social networking website – websites like Facebook, Twitter, etc. where people meet and socialise.
wireless network – network that does not require wires.
to run a program – to start an application.
Internet access – to connect to the World Wide Web (www)
WiFi password – a secret word that allows you to access the Internet.
to double click – to click twice on sth on the screen.
to retrieve data – to get something after first finding it.
a corrupt file – if information on a computer is corrupt, it has been damaged or spoiled.
