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Vocabulary for IELTS (Academic) - Computer

Here you will learn some English words about computers, such as "chip", "database", "virtual", etc. that are needed for the IELTS exam.

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to access
[Verb]

to reach or to be able to reach and enter a place

Ex: Visitors can access the museum by purchasing tickets at the main entrance .
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chip
[noun]

a very small piece of semiconductor, used to make a complicated electronic circuit or integrated circuit

Ex: Chips are essential for producing smart devices.
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computing
[noun]

the act of calculating something

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a field of science that deals with the use or study of electronic devices and processes in which data is stored, created, modified, etc.

Ex: The information technology department is responsible for maintaining the company 's computer systems and software .
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to log in
[Verb]

to start using a computer system, online account, or application by doing particular actions

Ex: Please log on to your email account to check your messages.
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a person who writes computer programs

Ex: He enjoys the creativity and problem-solving involved in being a programmer.
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software
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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
[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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system
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computer programs and pieces of hardware operating together

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a field of science that deals with creating programs able to learn or copy human behavior

Ex: AI systems learn from large datasets to improve their performance.
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to code
[Verb]

to write a computer program using specific instructions

Ex: The team coded a database management system to organize information efficiently .
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database
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a large structure of data stored in a computer that makes accessing necessary information easier

Ex: The research project used a database to store and analyze large sets of experimental data , facilitating data-driven conclusions .
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graphics
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the designs, pictures or drawings that are used in publications

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to input
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to put data into a computer or any piece of electronic equipment

Ex: The cashier inputs the product codes at the checkout to calculate the total .
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to output
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to produce or supply information using a computer or any other device

Ex: The GPS device outputs the navigation instructions to the car 's display .
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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 handle and work with data by operating on them in a computer

Ex: The speech recognition software processed the audio input , converting spoken words into text .
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to scan
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(of a computer program) to examine applications or digital files in order to detect any viruses or malware

Ex: She scanned the USB drive before inserting it into her computer to prevent malware infection .
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virtual
[Adjective]

(of a place, object, etc.) generated through the use of software

Ex: The company created a virtual tour of their new office space for potential clients to explore remotely .
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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

Ex: Engineers use virtual reality to visualize their designs .
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a software designed to detect, prevent, and remove harmful software, such as viruses, from a computer or device

Ex: Anti-virus programs are essential for securing personal data online .
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backup
[noun]

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

Ex: The external hard drive serves as a backup for important documents and photos , providing peace of mind in case of emergencies .
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to use computers to perform a task or do a particular job

Ex: The restaurant has computerized its ordering system to speed up service and reduce wait times .
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interactive
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describing the constant passage of data between a computer or other device and a user

Ex: The interactive whiteboard in the classroom enables teachers to create dynamic lessons that encourage student participation.
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to scroll
[Verb]

to move what is being displayed on a computer or smartphone screen up or down to see different parts of it

Ex: She scrolled through her social media feed to catch up on the latest news .
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(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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upgrade
[noun]

the process of improving a computer system, machine, etc. in a way that it is more efficient or powerful

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archive
[noun]

a place or a collection of records or documents of historical importance

Ex: The archive of the newspaper provides a valuable resource for studying local history and events .
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binary
[Adjective]

based on or using a numerical system that operates only on 0 and 1

Ex: Each character in a text file is encoded using a unique sequence of binary digits.
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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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username
[noun]

a unique identifier or name chosen by a user to represent themselves or their account in online platforms, websites, or social media

Ex: Your username will be your email address .
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a computer program designed to perform a specific task for a user

Ex: That application isn't compatible with older systems.
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antivirus
[Adjective]

having the ability to protect a system from viruses by finding and destroying them

Ex: The IT department installed antivirus software on all company computers to prevent malware infections.
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