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

Here, you will learn some English words related to Internet that are necessary for the Academic IELTS exam.

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application programming interface

[phrase]

a set of protocols and tools that allows different software applications to communicate with each other

Ex: The RESTful API for a weather service allows developers to retrieve current weather data and forecasts for specific locations.

IP address

[noun]

(computing) a set of numbers separated by dots that a computer with an active Internet connection is identified with

Ex: IT administrators track suspicious activities by monitoring IP addresses accessing their network.

URL

[noun]

the address of a resource on the Internet

HTTP

[noun]

the system in HTML in which data is being sent and received on World Wide Web

Ex: The developer checked the HTTP response status for errors .

bandwidth

[noun]

the maximum rate of data transfer of an electronic communication system

Ex: In computing, bandwidth can refer to the amount of data that can be processed or transmitted in a given amount of time, often used in the context of memory or CPU performance.

local area network

[phrase]

a network for communication between computers, usually within a building

Ex: Home networks, consisting of multiple devices connected to a router, are a common example of a local area network used for internet access and file sharing within a household.

to ping

[Verb]

to send a signal to a computer and wait for a reply as a way to test the connection

Ex: To troubleshoot internet connectivity , you can ping a website like google.com to check if your computer can reach it .

Domain Name System

[phrase]

a decentralized naming system used on the Internet to translate human-readable domain names into numerical IP addresses that computers can understand, enabling the proper routing of data between devices and servers

Ex: DNS caching improves performance by storing recent DNS lookup results locally, reducing the time required to resolve domain names.

proxy server

[noun]

a server that acts as an intermediary between a user's device and the internet, forwarding requests and responses to enhance security, privacy, or performance

Ex: In a corporate environment , a proxy server can filter and block certain content to ensure a secure and compliant network .

portal

[noun]

(computing) a website that serves as a point of entry to other websites, with a collection of links categorized based on topic through which the user can search

HTML

[noun]

(computing) a markup language used for the documents that are supposed to be displayed on the World Wide Web

host

[noun]

a computer or device on a network that provides services, resources, or data to other computers or devices, known as clients

Ex: Cloud hosting services provide virtual hosts where businesses can store and access data .

back end

[noun]

a part of a computer responsible for storing and controlling data where users cannot easily access

Ex: When users interact with a web application , their actions trigger requests to the back end, which processes the data and generates responses visible on the front end .

front end

[noun]

a part of a computer that is easily accessible and one uses constantly

Ex: When using a computer , the front end is the part that users interact with directly , such as clicking icons , typing text , or navigating menus to access applications and perform tasks .

courseware

[noun]

a type of educational software or online materials designed for teaching specific subjects or skills

Ex: Teachers and instructors often customize courseware to meet the specific needs of their students , tailoring content and activities to enhance learning outcomes .

cracker

[noun]

an individual who engages in unauthorized attempts to access computer systems, networks, or software, often with malicious intent

Ex: Educational programs on cybersecurity emphasize the importance of ethical behavior and discourage individuals from becoming crackers.

trojan horse

[noun]

a harmful program that pretends to be legitimate and can give unauthorized access to a device

Ex: Many trojan horse infections occur through fake downloads or links .

augmented reality

[noun]

a technology that overlays computer-generated information, such as images or data, onto the real world, enhancing the user's perception and interaction with their environment

Ex: Industrial applications of augmented reality include training simulations , remote assistance , and visualizing complex machinery or architectural designs in real-world contexts .

cyberbullying

[noun]

the use of electronic communication to harass, intimidate, or harm others, typically through social media, messaging apps, or online platforms

Ex: Laws and policies have been enacted to combat cyberbullying and protect individuals from online harassment and abuse.

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