Top Notch 1A - Unit 5 - Preview

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 5 - Preview in the Top Notch 1A coursebook, such as "projector", "keyboard", "flash drive", etc.

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a device that does what is was made to do by controlling and directing a small electric current

Ex: The teacher banned electronic devices during exams .
tablet [noun]

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

Ex: He prefers reading e-books on his tablet because it 's easier to carry around than physical books .

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

Ex: He bought a new laptop computer for school assignments .

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

Ex: He used the desktop computer to complete his design project .
keyboard [noun]

a series of keys on a board or touchscreen that we can press or tap to type on a computer, typewriter, smartphone, etc.

Ex: The laptop 's keyboard is comfortable to use for long periods .

a portable device that combines the functions of a cell phone and a computer, such as browsing the Internet, using apps, making calls, etc.

Ex: They used their smartphones to navigate through the unfamiliar city .

a phone that we can carry with us and use anywhere because it has no wires

Ex: I forgot to bring my cell phone to the meeting .

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

Ex: Many students use flash drives to store their assignments and projects for easy access at school .

a camera that captures an image as digital data that can be kept and viewed on a computer

Ex: She prefers using a digital camera over her smartphone for photography .

a device that has two pieces that cover the ears and is used to listen to music or sounds without others hearing

Ex: Jack forgot his headphones at home and had to endure the noisy commute without his usual music .
earbuds [noun]

a very small device that we put on the opening outside of our ear canals to listen to music or sounds without others listening

Ex: He prefers earbuds over bulky headphones for travel .

a device used for making images or videos appear on a screen, wall, or other flat surfaces

Ex: The conference room had a ceiling-mounted projector for business presentations , ensuring clear visibility for all attendees .
printer [noun]

a machine, particularly one connected to a computer, that prints text or pictures onto paper

Ex: The printer is compatible with both Windows and Mac computers .
webcam [noun]

a camera connected to a computer that is used for recording or broadcasting videos of the user

Ex: During the virtual event , attendees used their webcams to participate in discussions and networking sessions .
speaker [noun]

equipment that transforms electrical signals into sound, loud enough for public announcements, playing music, etc.

Ex: She adjusted the volume on the stereo speakers to fill the room with music .