Wordlist: Computer - List 5

 
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    • 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
    • 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
 

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        crash
        to cause a task to terminate extraordinarily
        virus protection
        a programme used to protect a computer system from viruses
        bug
        a problem that needs fixing, especially in computing
        install
        to connect, set up or prepare something for use; to establish
        application
        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
        spreadsheet programme
        a software designed to process tables and charts
        word processor
        software that provides word processing functions on a computer, typically including typeface selection, line justification and other formatting, pagination, and numerous other features
        manual
        a booklet that instructs on the usage of a particular machine
        programming language
        code of reserved words and symbols used in computer programmes, which give instructions to the computer on how to accomplish certain computing tasks
        programmer
        a person who designs software
        hacker
        one who is expert at programming and solving problems with a computer and therefore knows how to illegally enter a secured system
        user
        a person who uses a computer or a computing network, especially a person who has received a user account
        worm
        a self-replicating programme that propagates widely through a network
        run
        to be operating or working normally
        programme
        to enter a programme or other instructions into a computer (or other electronic device) to instruct it to do a particular task
         
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