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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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global positioning system
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user interface
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microchip
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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
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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
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/flˈæʃ dɹˈaɪv/

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

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artificial intelligence
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/ˌɑːɹɾɪfˈɪʃəl ɪntˈɛlɪdʒəns/

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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compound noun
virtual reality
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/vˈɜːtʃuːəl ɹɪˈælɪɾi/

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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global positioning system
global positioning system
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/ɡlˈoʊbəl pəzˈɪʃənɪŋ sˈɪstəm/

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
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/jˈuːzɚɹ ˈɪntɚfˌeɪs/

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

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

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

to scan
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(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
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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
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to transform data into a coded form

decode

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to synchronize
to synchronize
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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
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/plˈʌɡ ˈɪn/

to connect something to an electrical port

unplug

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to restore
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/ɹɪˈstɔɹ/

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
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/ɹɪsˈaɪz/

to change the size of something

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

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to program
to program
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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
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/diˈbəɡ/

(computing) to detect and remove faults in a software

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to code
to code
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to write a computer program using specific instructions

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to compute
to compute
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to calculate or determine a value using mathematical operations

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

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to decrypt
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/dᵻkɹˈɪpt/

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

encode

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