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

a program that translates source code written in a programming language into machine code or bytecode, allowing the computer's central processing unit (CPU) to execute the program

(computing) the part of a computer by which all programs work

a piece of hardware that processes and renders images, video, and animations for display on a computer monitor

a group of integrated circuits that work together to manage data flow between the processor, memory, and peripherals of a computer or device

(computing) a type of software stored in a way that it cannot be modified or erased

a place where we can plug in devices to connect them to the electricity

a symbol or indicator on a computer screen that marks the position where user input, such as mouse clicks or keystrokes, is applied

a symbol, message, or signal on a computer screen that indicates the system is ready to receive input or commands from the user

a small, specialized application or program designed to perform a specific task within a larger software context, often used for interactive or dynamic features

a software tool or program used by developers to identify and rectify errors, known as bugs, in computer programs

(computing) the program through which a user can interact with a computer, especially its design and appearance

a communication system facilitating data transfer between components or devices within a computer or between multiple computers

A robust and secure computing infrastructure used for processing, storing, and managing vast amounts of data in enterprises.

a specialized electronic circuit designed to accelerate the processing of images and videos for output to a display

a type of non-volatile memory in a computer or electronic device where data is permanently stored

a device fixed in a computer to store information, which retains data if power goes off and is much faster compared to a hard drive

a type of computer memory tasked with temporarily storing data for a quicker access

a disk on which data is stored, either inside or outside a computer

the part of a computer where operations are controlled and executed