Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 8-9) - Technology

a virtual reality space that combines multiple digital environments and experiences

a technology that converts written text into spoken voice output

a technology that allows devices to be connected to a computer system and used without requiring extensive installation or configuration

a type of blue disk on which large data such as high-definition videos can be stored

a small hardware device that connects to a computer, smartphone, or other electronic device to provide additional functionality

a small, handheld computer that fits in the palm of one's hand

a device that presents visual information, often in the form of images or videos, for user observation

the process of converting data into a coded form to prevent unauthorized access

a set of rules used by digital systems to decide what content to show users based on their behavior and preferences

a small, portable storage device that connects to a computer via a USB port

a type of switch used in user interfaces to turn a single setting on or off

a program that automatically loads and initializes the operating system on a computer

to set up a system, device, software, or components in a specific way to achieve a desired functionality

to make a process, task, or system operate automatically, often through the use of technology or machinery, reducing the need for manual intervention

to use computers to perform a task or do a particular job