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gadget
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flash drive
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artificial intelligence
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virtual reality
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cybersecurity
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machine learning
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global positioning system
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user interface
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microchip
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wireless
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telecommunication
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backup
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to scan
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to scroll
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to encode
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to synchronize
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to plug in
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to restore
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to resize
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to develop
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to program
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to debug
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to code
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to compute
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to encrypt
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to decrypt
gadget
gadget
substantiv
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æ
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Spelling
Închide
Conectare
(aparat)

(aparat)

dispozitiv

a mechanical tool or an electronic device that is useful for doing something

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John’s new kitchen gadget can chop vegetables in seconds, making meal prep much easier.
The smartwatch is a handy gadget that tracks your fitness and keeps you connected on the go.
flash drive
flash drive
substantiv
uk flag
/ˈflæʃ ˌdraɪv/
(unitate USB)

(unitate USB)

stick USB

a small device used for storing data or transferring data between electronic devices

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Substantiv Compozit
artificial intelligence
substantiv
uk flag
/ˌɑːɹɾɪfˈɪʃəl ɪntˈɛlɪdʒəns/
(inteligență simulată)

(inteligență simulată)

inteligență artificială

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

What is "artificial intelligence"?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is the field of computer science that focuses on creating machines and systems capable of performing tasks that typically require human intelligence. This includes tasks like problem-solving, learning, speech recognition, and decision-making. AI is used in various applications such as robotics, natural language processing, and self-driving cars.

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Substantiv Compozit
virtual reality
substantiv
uk flag
/vˈɜːtʃuːəl ɹɪˈælɪɾi/
(realitate simulată)

(realitate simulată)

realitate virtuală

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

What is "virtual reality"?

Virtual reality is a technology that creates a computer-generated environment that people can interact with as if they were actually there. By wearing special headsets and sometimes using other equipment, users are placed in a simulated world where they can look around, move, and interact with objects. This technology is used for entertainment, training, or learning, allowing users to experience and explore a digital space that feels very realistic.

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Substantiv Compozit
cybersecurity
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(securitate cibernetică)

(securitate cibernetică)

cibersecuritate

the practice of protecting computer systems, networks, and data from theft, damage, or unauthorized access

machine learning
substantiv
uk flag
/məʃˈiːn lˈɜːnɪŋ/
(machine learning)

(machine learning)

învățare automată

a branch of artificial intelligence where computers learn how to perform specific operations without previous instructions

global positioning system
global positioning system
frază
uk flag
/ɡlˈoʊbəl pəzˈɪʃənɪŋ sˈɪstəm/
N/A

N/A

a satellite system that shows a place, thing, or person's exact position using signals

What is a "global positioning system"?

A global positioning system (GPS) is a network of satellites that helps determine the location of a device on Earth. It works by using signals from these satellites to calculate the exact position of a GPS receiver, such as a smartphone or vehicle navigation system. GPS is commonly used for navigation, guiding users to their destinations, and providing real-time location data. It can also be used for tracking, measuring distance, and helping with time synchronization.

user interface
substantiv
uk flag
/jˈuːzɚɹ ˈɪntɚfˌeɪs/
(UI)

(UI)

interfață utilizator

the visual elements and interactive components of a software application or digital device that users interact with

microchip
microchip
substantiv
m
m
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k
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o
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ʧ
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ɪ
p
p
(circuit integrat)

(circuit integrat)

microcip

a small piece of material that is a semiconductor, used to make an integrated circuit

wireless
wireless
substantiv
w
w
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r
e
l
l
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ɪ
ss
s
(recepționer wireless)

(recepționer wireless)

dispozitiv wireless

a device used for receiving and amplifying radio signals

telecommunication
substantiv
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ʃ
io
ə
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(comunicare la distanță)

(comunicare la distanță)

telecomunicație

the transmission of information, data, or messages over a distance through the use of electronic or optical signals, media, and technologies

What is "telecommunication"?

Telecommunication refers to the transmission of information over long distances using electronic signals. This can include voice, data, text, and video, which are sent through various technologies such as telephone lines, satellite systems, the Internet, and radio waves. Telecommunication enables people to communicate with each other across cities, countries, or even continents, making it essential for personal communication, business operations, and the exchange of information worldwide. Modern telecommunication systems rely on mobile phones, the Internet, and broadcasting systems to connect people in real-time.

backup
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(backup)

(backup)

copie de rezervă

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

to scan
verb
s
s
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k
a
æ
n
n
(a verifica)

(a verifica)

a scana

(of a computer program) to examine applications or digital files in order to detect any viruses or malware

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to scroll
to scroll
verb
s
s
c
k
r
r
o
ll
l
(a defila)

(a defila)

a derula

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

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to encode
to encode
verb
e
ɛ
n
n
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o
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d
e
(a codificare)

(a codificare)

a codifica

to transform data into a coded form

decode

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to synchronize
to synchronize
verb
s
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(sincronizează)

(sincronizează)

synchronizează

to make sure that different devices or systems operate together smoothly by coordinating their timing, data, or operations

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to plug in
to plug in
verb
uk flag
/plˈʌɡ ˈɪn/
(a introduce)

(a introduce)

a conecta

to connect something to an electrical port

unplug

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Statut Phrasal
separable
verbul frazei
plug
particulă a frazei
in
to restore
verb
uk flag
/ɹɪˈstɔɹ/
(a readuce)

(a readuce)

a restaura

to return a technological system or data to its previous state or condition, often from a backup

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to resize
to resize
verb
uk flag
/ɹɪsˈaɪz/
(schimbă dimensiunea)

(schimbă dimensiunea)

redimensionează

to change the size of something

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to develop
verb
d
d
e
ɪ
v
v
e
ɛ
l
l
o
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p
(a elabora)

(a elabora)

a dezvolta

to create or refine software, applications, or systems through coding and design processes

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to program
to program
verb
p
p
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r
o
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r
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æ
m
m
(a codifica)

(a codifica)

a programa

to write a set of codes in order to make a computer or a machine perform a particular task

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to debug
to debug
verb
uk flag
/diˈbəɡ/
(a corecta erorile)

(a corecta erorile)

a depana

(computing) to detect and remove faults in a software

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Intranzitiv
to code
to code
verb
c
k
o
d
d
e
(a programa)

(a programa)

a codifica

to write a computer program using specific instructions

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to compute
to compute
verb
c
k
o
ə
m
m
p
p
u
ju
t
t
e
(a determina)

(a determina)

a calcula

to calculate or determine a value using mathematical operations

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to encrypt
to encrypt
verb
e
ɛ
n
n
c
k
r
r
y
ɪ
p
p
t
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(codifica)

(codifica)

cripta

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

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to decrypt
verb
uk flag
/dᵻkɹˈɪpt/
(decripta)

(decripta)

decoda

to convert encrypted or coded information back into its original, readable form using a decryption key or algorithm

encode

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