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Applied Science and Research - Computer Software

Study terms related to operating systems, applications, installation, interfaces, compatibility, artificial intelligence, and software management.

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extension
extension
[substantiv]

a string of characters that comes after a period in a computer filename, typically indicating the file type or format

extensie

extensie

Ex: ".pdf" is a common file extension used for documents that preserve formatting across different platforms. 
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add-in
add-in
[substantiv]

a circuit board inserted into a computer expansion slot to add functionality

Ex: He installed a graphics add-in to improve gaming performance. 
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interface
interface
[substantiv]

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

interfață, interfață utilizator

interfață, interfață utilizator

Ex: The interface of the new software is user-friendly and intuitive, making it easy for beginners to navigate. 
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spell-checker
spell-checker
[substantiv]

a word processor tool that identifies misspelled words

Ex: The spell-checker flagged "recieve" as a misspelling. 
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spreadsheet
spreadsheet
[substantiv]

a computer program used for calculating data, especially financial data

foaie de calcul, tabel de calcul

foaie de calcul, tabel de calcul

Ex: The accountant used a spreadsheet to track expenses, revenue, and profits for the fiscal year. 
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word processor
word processor
[substantiv]

a software for writing, editing, and formatting text documents

Ex: She wrote her thesis using a word processor with citation tools. 
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software
software
[substantiv]

the programs that a computer uses to perform specific tasks

software

software

Ex: She installed new software to help design her website. 
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freeware
freeware
[substantiv]

a software provided at no cost to the user

Ex: He downloaded a freeware PDF editor for quick document changes. 
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operating system
operating system
[substantiv]

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

sistem de operare, OS

sistem de operare, OS

Ex: The operating system controls how the computer runs and manages applications. 
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program
program
[substantiv]

a set of coded instructions that control how a computer, cell phone, etc. works

program, software

program, software

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application
application
[substantiv]

a computer program designed to perform a specific task for a user

aplicație, program

aplicație, program

Ex: I installed a photo editing application on my laptop. 
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to install

to add a piece of software to a computer system

instala, monta

instala, monta

Ex: I need to install the latest version of Microsoft Office on my computer for work. 
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to uninstall

to remove a software program from a device or system

dezinstala, elimina

dezinstala, elimina

Ex: I had to uninstall the app because it wasn't working. 
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autocorrect
autocorrect
[substantiv]

a software that automatically corrects spelling or grammar errors

Ex: Autocorrect changed "teh" to "the" without any input from me. 
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slide show
slide show
[substantiv]

a software that displays a sequence of images on a screen in a set order

Ex: The slide show automatically advanced to the next image every five seconds. 
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file manager
file manager
[substantiv]

a program used to organize and manage files on a computer

Ex: He used the file manager to move documents into the new project folder. 
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face recognition
face recognition
[substantiv]

biometric identification that scans a face and matches it against a database

Ex: Face recognition unlocked his phone in under a second. 
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speech recognition
speech recognition
[substantiv]

the technology that enables a computer to interpret spoken language

Ex: Speech recognition converted her dictation into text instantly. 
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text to speech
text to speech
[substantiv]

a technology that converts written text into spoken voice output

text în vorbire, sinteză vocală

text în vorbire, sinteză vocală

Ex: The text to speech feature on my phone allows me to listen to articles and messages while I'm driving. 
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voice assistant
voice assistant
[substantiv]

a software that responds to voice commands and performs tasks on a device

Ex: The voice assistant set a reminder for her afternoon meeting. 
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analog
analog
[adjectiv]

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

analog, similar

analog, similar

Ex: The record player uses analog technology to reproduce sound from vinyl records. 
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interoperability
interoperability
[substantiv]

the ability of different systems, software, or devices to seamlessly communicate, exchange data, and work together effectively

interoperabilitate, capacitate de interoperare

interoperabilitate, capacitate de interoperare

Ex: The new software update improves interoperability between devices. 
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augmented reality
augmented reality
[substantiv]

a technology that overlays computer-generated information, such as images or data, onto the real world, enhancing the user's perception and interaction with their environment

realitate augmentată, RA

realitate augmentată, RA

Ex: Augmented reality (AR) technology overlays digital information, such as images, videos, or 3D models, onto the real world through a device like a smartphone or AR glasses. 
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virtual reality
virtual reality
[substantiv]

an artificial environment generated by a computer that makes the user think what they are seeing or hearing is real, by using a special headphone and a helmet that displays the generated environment

realitate virtuală, lume virtuală

realitate virtuală, lume virtuală

Ex: Virtual reality allows users to explore immersive 3D worlds. 
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to back up

to make a copy of computer digital data

a face o copie de rezervă, a salva o copie de rezervă

a face o copie de rezervă, a salva o copie de rezervă

Ex: I'll back up my important documents before the software update. 
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to configure

to set up a system, device, software, or components in a specific way to achieve a desired functionality

configura

configura

Ex: Before using the new printer, you need to configure it by installing the necessary drivers and adjusting settings. 
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compatible
compatible
[adjectiv]

having the ability to work with different devices, machines, etc.

compatibil

compatibil

Ex: The new printer is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems, ensuring flexibility for users. 
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codec
codec
[substantiv]

a technology that compresses and decompresses audio or video data; facilitating efficient storage, transmission, and playback of multimedia content

un codec, un compresor-decompresor

un codec, un compresor-decompresor

Ex: The video file was saved using a popular codec for better compression. 
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debugger
debugger
[substantiv]

a software tool or program used by developers to identify and rectify errors, known as bugs, in computer programs

debugger, instrument de depanare

debugger, instrument de depanare

Ex: The programmer used a debugger to trace the source of the software bug and resolve the issue efficiently. 
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driver
driver
[substantiv]

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

driver, controller

driver, controller

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interactive
interactive
[adjectiv]

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

interactiv, interactivă

interactiv, interactivă

Ex: The educational software offers interactive lessons that engage students in active learning. 
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open-source
open-source
[adjectiv]

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

open-source,  sursă deschisă

open-source, sursă deschisă

Ex: The team decided to use an open-source software for the new project. 
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notification
notification
[substantiv]

an alert or message sent to inform a user about an event or activity on a social media platform or digital service

notificare, avertisment

notificare, avertisment

Ex: She received a notification about a new message on her phone. 
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push notification
push notification
[substantiv]

an automated message from an app sent when the app is not active

Ex: She received a push notification about the sale on her phone. 
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large language model

a program trained on vast text data to understand and generate human-like language

Ex: The large language model generated a coherent response to the query. 
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artificial intelligence

a field of science that deals with creating programs able to learn or copy human behavior

inteligență artificială, IA

inteligență artificială, IA

Ex: This chatbot is powered by advanced artificial intelligence. 
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intranet
intranet
[substantiv]

a private network within an organization for internal communication, collaboration, and resource sharing among members

intranet, rețea internă

intranet, rețea internă

Ex: The intranet serves as a central hub for sharing documents and collaborative work within the organization. 
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batch
batch
[substantiv]

a group of computing tasks executed together as a single unit

Ex: The batch of invoices was processed overnight. 
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