Lingo

Computer

28 Words

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access
1.
ac
cess
Verb

to reach or to be able to reach and enter a place

The new employee was provided with a key card to access the restricted areas of the office.

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error
2.
e
rror
Noun

the state or quality of being wrong or making a mistake

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key
3.
key
Noun

a specially shaped piece of metal used for locking or unlocking a door, starting a car, etc.

She reached into her purse to retrieve the key to the front door.

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log off
4.
log off
Verb

to stop a connection to an online account or computer system by doing specific actions

I need to log off my work computer before leaving for the day.

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program
5.
prog
ram
Noun

a broadcast people watch or listen to on television or radio

The evening news program provides updates on current events.

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software
6.
soft
ware
Noun

the programs that a computer uses to perform specific tasks

She installed new software to help design her website.

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operating system
7.
operating system
Noun

the most fundamental software that manages a computer, cell phone, etc., hardware and provides a platform for running applications

The operating system controls how the computer runs and manages applications.

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install
8.
ins
tall
Verb

to set a piece of equipment in place and make it ready for use

To upgrade the kitchen, they hired a professional to install the new dishwasher.

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hardware
9.
hard
ware
Noun

the physical and electronic parts of a computer or other similar system

The technician replaced the faulty hardware to fix the computer.

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Wi-Fi
10.
Wi
Fi
Noun

the technology that allows computers, cell phones, etc. to access the Internet or exchange data wirelessly

She connected her laptop to the Wi-Fi network to complete her work from the café.

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quit
11.
quit
Verb

to stop engaging in an activity permanently

The company plans to quit using single-use plastics to reduce environmental impact.

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12.
sys
tem
Noun

an organized collection of theories, ideas, or a method of attaining a particular objective

The school has a grading system to evaluate student performance.

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click
13.
click
Verb

to select an item or function from a computer screen, etc. using a mouse or touchpad

To save your document, simply click the "Save" option.

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button
14.
bu
tton
Noun

a small, round object, usually made of plastic or metal, sewn onto a piece of clothing and used for fastening two parts together

He carefully fastened the buttons on his shirt.

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type
15.
type
Noun

a class or group of people or things that have common characteristics or share particular qualities

As a teacher, it's essential to understand the learning preferences of different types of students.

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window
16.
win
dow
Noun

a space in a wall or vehicle that is made of glass and we use to look outside or get some fresh air

The gentle breeze flowed through the open window, bringing the scent of blooming flowers.

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wireless
17.
wire
less
Adjective

able to operate without wires

The wireless headphones allow you to move freely without being tethered to your device.

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connect
18.
co
nnect
Verb

to join two or more things together

The electrician will connect the wires to establish the electrical circuit.

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connection
19.
co
nnec
tion
Noun

a relation by which things or people are associated or linked

She felt an instant connection with the new colleague who shared her passion for photography.

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datum
20.
da
tum
Noun

a single piece of information or a reference point used in analysis or measurement

In statistical analysis, each individual response serves as a datum for further examination.

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folder
21.
fol
der
Noun

a cover made of plastic or folded card in which documents or pieces of paper can be kept

She organized her research papers into different folders labeled by topic for easy reference.

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delete
22.
de
lete
Verb

to remove a piece of data from a computer or smartphone

She decided to delete the old files from her computer to free up space.

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drag
23.
drag
Verb

to pull something with effort along a surface

She drags the suitcase across the airport floor.

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scroll
24.
scroll
Verb

to move what is being displayed on a computer or smartphone screen up or down to see different parts of it

He scrolled down the webpage to read the full article.

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back up
25.
back up
Verb

to support someone or something

The loyal fans always back up their favorite sports team.

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desktop
26.
desk
top
Noun

an area on a computer where the icons of programs are displayed

The file shortcut is saved on the desktop.

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version
27.
ver
sion
Noun

a different form of something particular when compared with its previous form or forms

The software company released a new version of its popular app with enhanced features.

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virus
28.
vi
rus
Noun

a microscopic agent that causes disease in people, animals, and plants

A virus entered his body and made him sick.

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