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application program
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display
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the physical and electronic parts of a computer or other similar system

software
personal computer
personal computer
noun
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/pˈɜːsənəl kəmpjˈuːɾɚ/

a compact electronic device designed for individual use, capable of performing various tasks such as word processing, internet browsing, and multimedia applications

What is a "personal computer"?

A personal computer (PC) is a type of computer designed for individual use, typically in homes, schools, or offices. It includes a central processing unit (CPU), memory, storage, and input devices like a keyboard and mouse. Personal computers are used for a variety of tasks, such as browsing the internet, creating documents, playing games, and managing files. They run software applications that perform different functions, making them versatile tools for both work and entertainment.

desktop computer
desktop computer
noun
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/dˈɛsktɑːp kəmpjˈuːɾɚ/

a computer that is made to fit on a table or desk but is not portable

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laptop
laptop
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a small computer that you can take with you wherever you go, and it sits on your lap or a table so you can use it

laptop computer
laptop computer
noun
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/lˈæptɑːp kəmpjˈuːɾɚ/

a computer that is small and portable and works with a rechargeable battery

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tablet
tablet
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a flat, small, portable computer that one controls and uses by touching its screen

hard disk drive
hard disk drive
noun
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/hˈɑːɹd dˈɪsk/

a disk on which data is stored, either inside or outside a computer

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device
device
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a machine or tool that is designed for a particular purpose

disk drive
disk drive
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/dˈɪsk dɹˈaɪv/

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

scanner
scanner
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a device that creates a digital copy of a document or photo and sends it to a computer

memory stick
memory stick
noun
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/mˈɛmɚɹi stˈɪk/

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

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random-access memory
random-access memory
noun
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/ɹˈændəmˈæksɛs mˈɛmɚɹi/

a type of computer memory tasked with temporarily storing data for a quicker access

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memory
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a piece of electronic object in a computer where data is stored

micro chip
micro chip
noun
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/mˈaɪkɹoʊ tʃˈɪp/

electronic equipment consisting of a small crystal of a silicon semiconductor fabricated to carry out a number of electronic functions in an integrated circuit

chip
chip
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a very small piece of semiconductor, used to make a complicated electronic circuit or integrated circuit

network
network
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a number of interconnected electronic devices such as computers that form a system so that data can be shared

What is a "network"?

A network refers to a group of electronic devices, such as computers, that are connected to each other to allow the sharing of data and resources. These devices can communicate with one another, enabling users to send information, access files, or use shared printers and other equipment. Networks can vary in size, from small setups in a home to large systems connecting many devices across a city or even globally. They help make tasks more efficient by allowing information to be transferred quickly between devices.

to plug into
to plug into
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/plˈʌɡ ˌɪntʊ/

to connect an electrical device to a power source by inserting its plug into an outlet

unplug

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gigabyte
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a unit for measuring computer data that equals 1024 megabytes

to network
to network
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to link devices or computers in a way that they can send and receive information

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application program
application program
noun
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/ˌæplɪkˈeɪʃən pɹˈoʊɡɹæm/

a piece of software programed to perform a specific task

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compound noun
word processing
noun
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/wˈɜːd pɹˈɑːsɛsɪŋ/

rapid and efficient processing (storage and printing) of linguistic data for composition and editing

spreadsheet
spreadsheet
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a computer program used for calculating data, especially financial data

database
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a large structure of data stored in a computer that makes accessing necessary information easier

graphics
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visual representations produced by computers

virus
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a harmful program capable of multiplying itself and corrupting files and not allowing a system, like that of a computer, to function properly

icon
icon
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(computing) a small picture on a computer screen, etc. representing a program that when clicked will start running

cursor
cursor
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a movable mark on a computer screen that indicates where the user is working

to back up
Verb
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/bˈæk ˈʌp/

to make a copy of computer digital data

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to delete
to delete
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to remove a piece of data from a computer or smartphone

record

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to crash
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(computing) to suddenly stop working

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to undo
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to make null or cancel the effects of something

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to click
to click
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to select an item or function from a computer screen, etc. using a mouse or touchpad

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to key in
to key in
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/kˈiː ˈɪn/

to enter information using a keyboard, typically on a computer or electronic device

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to upgrade
to upgrade
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to improve a machine, computer system, etc. in terms of efficiency, standards, etc.

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to run
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(of computer programs) to function and execute its tasks

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to download
to download
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to add data to a computer from the Internet or another computer

upload

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display
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the visual output of data or images on a computer, television, or other screen

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