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cyberspazio

cyberspazio

the non-physical space in which communication over computer networks takes place

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
analog
analog
aggettivo
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analogico

analogico

relating to or using signals in which information is represented through constant changing of physical quantities

digital

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cyber
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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
binary
aggettivo
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binario

binario

based on or using a numerical system that operates only on 0 and 1

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cyber
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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
to archive
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archiviare

archiviare

(computing) to move important information or information that is not often needed to a different disk, tape, or another computer to store it, sometimes as a security measure

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cyber
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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
backup
sostantivo
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backup

backup

(computing) a copy of computer data that can be used to restore lost or damaged data

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
backslash
backslash
sostantivo
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barra inversa

barra inversa

the symbol (\), used in some computer commands

What is a "backslash"?

A backslash (\) is a punctuation mark used primarily in computing and programming. It serves several purposes, such as indicating file paths in many operating systems, like Windows, where it separates folders and files, for example, "C:\Documents\Files." In programming languages, a backslash is often used as an escape character, allowing special characters to be included in strings. It can also denote the beginning of certain commands or syntax in various coding environments. While less common in general writing, the backslash is essential for organizing and executing commands in digital contexts.

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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
backspace
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backspace

backspace

(in a computer, phone, etc.) a key on the keyboard used to erase the last letter or go backward

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
function key
sostantivo
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/fˈʌŋkʃən kˈiː/
tasto funzione

tasto funzione

each of the several keys at the top of a computer keyboard marked with (F) and a number that make the computer perform particular operations

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cyber
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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
to boot
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avviare

avviare

to start a computer, typically involves setting up hardware elements to prepare the computer for use

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cyber
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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
bot
sostantivo
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bot

bot

a computer program that automatically performs tasks over the internet

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
cache
sostantivo
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memoria cache

memoria cache

(computing) a type of computer memory in which information that is often in use can be stored temporarily, a cache can be accessed quickly and is needed while a program is running

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
clipboard
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blocco per appunti

blocco per appunti

(computing) a temporary storage area for data that has been copied or cut

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cyber
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cyberspace

cyberspace

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byte
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byte

byte

a unit for measuring the size of computer data that equals 8 bits

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cyber
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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
motherboard
sostantivo
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/mˈʌðɚ bˈoːɹd/
Motherboard

Motherboard

(in electronic devices such as computers, etc.) the main printed circuit board that makes it possible for all the parts of a computer to communicate

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
on-board
aggettivo
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/ˌɑːnbˈoːɹd/
a bordo

a bordo

built into or functioning within a main system or device, especially in electronics

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cyber
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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
pixel
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pixel

pixel

the smallest unit of an image on the screen that collectively can form a whole image

What is a "pixel"?

A pixel, short for "picture element," is the smallest unit of a digital image. Each pixel represents a single point of color and contributes to the overall image when combined with thousands or millions of other pixels. The resolution of an image, which affects its clarity and detail, is determined by the number of pixels it contains. Higher resolution images have more pixels, allowing for finer detail and clearer pictures.

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
disk drive
disk drive
sostantivo
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/dˈɪsk dɹˈaɪv/
disco

disco

a device that allows the computer to read the data on a computer disk and transfer data to or from it

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
driver
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conducente

conducente

a software that controls the interaction between a computer and another equipment, such as a printer or scanner

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cyber
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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
clock speed
sostantivo
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/klˈɑːk spˈiːd/
velocità di clock

velocità di clock

the speed at which a computer can process information, expressed in (MHz)

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cyber
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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
firmware
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microprogramma

microprogramma

(computing) a type of software stored in a way that it cannot be modified or erased

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cyber
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cyberspace

cyberspace

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malware
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(malware)

(malware)

virus

a software designed to disrupt or damage the computer without the user knowing

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
compatibility
sostantivo
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compatibilità

compatibilità

the ability of a computer, software, or equipment to work with another device or software

incompatibility

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
configuration
sostantivo
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configurazione

configurazione

the set-up, hardware, and software of a computer that makes a complete system

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

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to debug
to debug
Verbo
uk flag
/diˈbəɡ/
eseguire il debug

eseguire il debug

(computing) to detect and remove faults in a software

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cyberspace

cyberspace

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to format
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formato

formato

(computing) to prepare a storage device, such as a hard drive or USB, for use by deleting all the data on it and setting it up for a specific file system

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
back end
sostantivo
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/bˈæk ˈɛnd/
estremità posteriore

estremità posteriore

a part of a computer responsible for storing and controlling data where users cannot easily access

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
front end
sostantivo
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/fɹˈʌnt ˈɛnd/
estremità anteriore

estremità anteriore

a part of a computer that is easily accessible and one uses constantly

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
interface
sostantivo
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interfaccia

interfaccia

(computing) the program through which a user can interact with a computer, especially its design and appearance

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
hack
sostantivo
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hack

hack

an adjustment of the codes of a computer program that solves a problem in a quick way

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cyberspace

cyberspace

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to encode
to encode
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codificare

codificare

to transform data into a coded form

decode

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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
to encrypt
to encrypt
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crittografare

crittografare

to convert data or information into a coded form, mainly to prevent unauthorized access

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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
interactive
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interattivo

interattivo

describing the constant passage of data between a computer or other device and a user

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
to time out
Verbo
uk flag
/tˈaɪm ˈaʊt/
disdire

disdire

(computing) to cancel an operation or to turn off the computer automatically because a predefined interval of time has passed without a certain event happening

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
open-source
aggettivo
uk flag
/ˈoʊpənˌsɔɹs/
open-source

open-source

(computing) describing a computer program whose source code is available to everyone

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
local area network
Frase
uk flag
/lˈoʊkəl ˈɛɹiə nˈɛtwɜːk/
LAN

LAN

a network for communication between computers, usually within a building

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
modem
modem
sostantivo
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modem

modem

an electronic device that uses telephone lines to send and receive data between two computers

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space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
graphical user interface
sostantivo
uk flag
/ɡɹˈæfɪkəl jˈuːzɚɹ ˈɪntɚfˌeɪs/
GUI

GUI

the visual interaction that users have with the computer through icons, menus, etc.

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cyber
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cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
central processing unit
sostantivo
uk flag
/sˈɛntɹəl pɹˈɑːsɛsɪŋ jˈuːnɪt/
(processore centrale)

(processore centrale)

unità centrale di elaborazione

the part of a computer where operations are controlled and executed

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun
router
router
sostantivo
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router

router

an electronic device that connects computer networks and sends data between networks

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cyber
space
cyberspace

cyberspace

Noun

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