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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5) - Computer

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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5)
to access
to access
[Verb]

to be able to use the information from a computer system, network, database, etc.

Ex: The system requires users to provide a unique code to access confidential files .
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monitor
monitor
[noun]

a screen that shows information or images generated by a computer

Ex: The monitor's size is perfect for gaming and watching movies .
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GIF
GIF
[noun]

a type of image file that uses lossless compression to reduce file size without compromising image quality

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bug
bug
[noun]

an error or fault in a computer program, system, etc.

Ex: The game developer released a patch to address a bug that caused occasional freezing during gameplay .
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icon
icon
[noun]

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

Ex: She customized the icon for her favorite app on the phone .
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USB
USB
[noun]

the technology or system for connecting other devices to a computer

Ex: The USB hub provides additional ports for connecting multiple peripherals to the computer .
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DVD
DVD
[noun]

a type of disc used to store a lot of files, games, music, videos, etc.

Ex: The movie is not available for streaming , but you can buy the DVD.
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desktop
desktop
[noun]

an area on a computer where the icons of programs are displayed

Ex: His desktop was cluttered with too many icons .
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clipboard
clipboard
[noun]

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

Ex: The clipboard can hold multiple items in some advanced applications .
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cache
cache
[noun]

(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

Ex: The software uses a cache to temporarily store files for quicker access .
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webcam
webcam
[noun]

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

Ex: The gaming setup featured a high-resolution webcam to stream live gameplay to an online audience .
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screen saver

a picture that appears on the computer screen after a few minutes of inactivity

Ex: The screen saver helps protect the screen from damage .
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software
software
[noun]

the programs that a computer uses to perform specific tasks

Ex: He uses accounting software to keep track of his business finances .
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hardware
hardware
[noun]

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

Ex: He opened the computer case to examine the hardware inside .
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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

Ex: The motherboard connects the hard drive , graphics card , and other parts .
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login
login
[noun]

the act of entering or starting to use a computer system or an online account

Ex: The website 's login process includes a security question for added protection .
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to browse
to browse
[Verb]

to check a web page, text, etc. without reading all the content

Ex: We browsed the web for restaurant reviews before deciding where to dine out .
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to install

to add a piece of software to a computer system

Ex: The technician will install specialized accounting software to streamline financial processes .
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to uninstall

to remove a software program from a device or system

Ex: The antivirus helped me uninstall unwanted software .
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to reset
to reset
[Verb]

to turn a system off and on again

Ex: To resolve the error message , he reset the printer by powering it off and on again .
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to print
to print
[Verb]

to create a number of copies of a newspaper, magazine, book, etc.

Ex: He will print the report before the meeting .
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to save
to save
[Verb]

to put a copy of the desired digital file in a location

Ex: You can save the email attachment to your downloads folder .
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shutdown
shutdown
[noun]

the act of turning off a computer or device

Ex: The update will begin after the next shutdown.
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to format
to format
[Verb]

(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

Ex: Be sure to back up all your files before you format your computer to avoid losing important data .
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to photoshop

to alter or manipulate an image using Adobe Photoshop or a similar digital editing software

Ex: The social media influencer photoshopped her outfit to make it look more flattering.
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to refresh

(computing) to update a display, internet page, etc. and make the most recent information appear

Ex: Press F5 to refresh the page and view the updated results .
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to paste
to paste
[Verb]

to insert copied or cut content at a specified location

Ex: To update the report , she pasted the latest sales figures into the spreadsheet .
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application

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

Ex: That application is n't compatible with older systems .
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to program

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

Ex: The developer programmed the website to display dynamic content based on user interactions .
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