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Word List: Computer - list 5
- programming language, programming languages
(noun) - Definition:
- code of reserved words and symbols used in computer programmes, which give instructions to the computer on how to accomplish certain computing tasks
- Example:
- They learn the programming language at university.
- Synonym(s):computer language
- programmer, programmers [ˈpɹəʊɡɹæmə]
(noun) - Definition:
- a person who designs software
- Example:
- She used to work as a programmer at a computing centre.
- programme [ˈproʊɡræm]
(verb) - Definition:
- to enter a programme or other instructions into a computer (or other electronic device) to instruct it to do a particular task
- Example:
- His job is to programme the machines.
- hacker, hackers [hækə(ɹ)]
(noun) - Definition:
- one who is expert at programming and solving problems with a computer and therefore knows how to illegally enter a secured system
- Example:
- A hacker just got into our network and dowloaded some files.
- computer virus, computer viruses
(noun) - Definition:
- a programme which can damage a system or data and can be transmitted between computers via network or removable storage generally without the knowledge or consent of the recipient
- Example:
- A computer virus caused my computer to break down.
- virus protection
(uncountable noun) - Definition:
- a programme used to protect a computer system from viruses
- Example:
- Do you know a free virus protection software?
- firewall, firewalls [faɪə.wɔəɫ]
(noun) - Definition:
- the software that monitors traffic in and out of a private network or a personal computer and allows or blocks such traffic depending on its perceived threat
- Example:
- The firewall prevents the window from opening.
- worm, worms [wɜːm]
(noun) - Definition:
- a self-replicating programme that propagates widely through a network
- Example:
- Have you ever had a worm in your network?
- bug, bugs [bʌɡ]
(noun) - Definition:
- a problem that needs fixing, especially in computing
- Example:
- The software bug led the computer to calculate 2 plus 2 as 5.
- crash [kɹæʃ]
(verb) - Definition:
- to cause a task to terminate extraordinarily
- Example:
- Double-clicking this icon crashes the desktop.
- error, errors [ˈɛ.ɹə(ɹ)]
(noun) - Definition:
- a failure to complete a task, usually involving a premature termination
- Example:
- I need to find out what caused the error.
- manual, manuals [ˈmænjuəl]
(noun) - Definition:
- a booklet that instructs on the usage of a particular machine
- Example:
- I think I should read the manual before I set up my new computer.
- Synonym(s):handbook
- hotline, hotlines [ˈhɒtlaɪn]
(noun) - Definition:
- the telephone line that is always staffed and able to give immediate assistance; its telephone number
- Example:
- If you've got any problems with the product, ring our hotline.
- user, users [ˈuːzə(r)]
(noun) - Definition:
- a person who uses a computer or a computing network, especially a person who has received a user account
- Example:
- Our network has three users.
- user-friendly
(adjective) - Definition:
- designed to be easy for an untrained user to use; especially (for a computer system) having a uniform look and feel and standard widgets
- Example:
- The new operating system is very user-friendly.
- application, applications [ˌæp.ləˈkeɪ.ʃən]
(noun) - Definition:
- a computer programme or the set of software that the end user perceives as a single entity as a tool for a well-defined purpose
- Example:
- The iPhone application VR+ connects to major social networks.
- word processing
(uncountable noun) - Definition:
- the act of processing and converting texts
- Example:
- The software company has just released a new word processor.
- word processor, word processors
(noun) - Definition:
- software that provides word processing functions on a computer, typically including typeface selection, line justification and other formatting, pagination, and numerous other features
- Example:
- The word processor I am using is not very user-friendly.
- database, databases [ˈdeɪtəbeɪs]
(noun) - Definition:
- a collection of (usually) organised information in a regular structure, usually but not necessarily in a machine-readable format accessible by a computer
- Example:
- I have a database of all my contacts on my computer.
- spreadsheet programme, spreadsheet programmes
(noun) - Definition:
- a software designed to process tables and charts
- Example:
- I donˈt have a spreadsheet programme on my computer.
- installation, installations [ɪnstəˈleɪʃən]
(noun) - Definition:
- the act of setting up a new software or application on a computer
- Example:
- The installation could not be completed.
- install [ɪnˈstəl]
(verb) - Definition:
- to connect, set up or prepare something for use; to establish
- Example:
- I haven't installed the new operating system yet because of all the bugs.
- Antonym(s):uninstall
- run [ɹʌn]
(verb) - Definition:
- to be operating or working normally
- Example:
- That computer runs twenty-four hours a day.
- programme, programmes [ˈproʊɡræm]
(noun) - Definition:
- a software application, or a collection of software applications, designed to perform a specific task
- Example:
- I need a programme to create media presentations.
- Synonym(s):application
Source: http://www.learning-english-online.net/areas/vocabulary/public-life/media-and-communication/computer/list-5/
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