access ·verb
Definition: to find or see information, especially using a computer Level: B2
application ·noun (COMPUTER SOFTWARE)
Definition: a piece of computer software designed for a particular purpose Level: B2
atomic ·adjective
Definition: using the energy that is created when an atom is divided Level: B2
attachment ·noun (COMPUTING)
Definition: a computer file which is sent together with an email message Level: B2
automatic ·adjective (MACHINE)
Definition: An automatic machine works by itself or with little human control. Level: B2
automatically ·adverb (MACHINE)
Definition: If a machine does something automatically, it does it independently, without human control. Level: B2
backup ·noun (COPY)
Definition: a copy of information that is held on a computer, which is stored separately from the computer Level: B2
bookmark ·noun
Definition: a way of marking an Internet website so that you can find it easily Level: B2
bookmark ·verb
Definition: to mark an Internet website on your computer so that you can find it easily Level: B2
broadband ·noun
Definition: a type of Internet connection that allows large amounts of information to be sent or received very quickly Level: B2
browse ·verb (COMPUTING)
Definition: to look at information on the Internet Level: B2
browser ·noun
Definition: a computer program that makes it possible for you to read information on the Internet Level: B2
bug ·noun (COMPUTER)
Definition: a mistake or problem in a computer program Level: B2
bulb ·noun
Definition: a glass object which produces light from electricity Level: B2
burn ·verb (COPY)
Definition: to copy music, information or images onto a CD Level: B2
cable ·noun (WIRE)
Definition: a set of wires, covered by plastic, that carries electricity, telephone signals, etc. Level: B2
charge ·verb (ELECTRICITY)
Definition: to put electricity into something Level: B2
chip ·noun (COMPUTER PART)
Definition: a very small part of a computer that stores information Level: B2
control ·noun (EQUIPMENT)
Definition: a switch or other device used to operate a machine such as a vehicle Level: B2
crash ·verb (COMPUTER)
Definition: If a computer or computer system crashes, it suddenly stops working. Level: B2
cursor ·noun
Definition: a symbol on a computer screen which shows the place where you are working Level: B2
data ·noun (COMPUTER)
Definition: information in the form of text, numbers or symbols that can be used by or stored in a computer Level: B2
database ·noun
Definition: a large amount of information stored in a computer system in such a way that it can be easily looked at or changed Level: B2
desktop ·noun (COMPUTER SCREEN)
Definition: a computer screen that contains icons that represent files, programs and other features of the computer Level: B2
desktop ·noun (COMPUTER)
Definition: a computer that is small enough to fit on a desk Level: B2
device ·noun (EQUIPMENT)
Definition: a piece of equipment that is used for a particular purpose Level: B2
display ·verb (ON SCREEN)
Definition: to show something electronically such as on a computer screen Level: B2
electrician ·noun
Definition: someone whose job is to put in, check or repair electrical wires and equipment Level: B2
electronically ·adverb
Definition: in a way that uses electronic equipment, especially a computer Level: B2
electronics ·noun
Definition: the scientific study of electric current and the technology that uses it Level: B2
equip ·verb
Definition: to provide someone or something with what is needed for a particular purpose Level: B2
extension ·noun (TELEPHONE)
Definition: a telephone that is connected to the main telephone in an office or other large building Level: B2
fail ·verb (STOP WORKING)
Definition: to stop working normally, or to become weaker Level: B2
failure ·noun (STOP WORKING)
Definition: when something does not work, or stops working as well as it should Level: B2
flash ·noun (CAMERA)
Definition: a piece of camera equipment that produces a bright light when you take a photograph in a dark place Level: B2
generate ·verb (MAKE ENERGY)
Definition: to produce energy Level: B2
generation ·noun (ENERGY)
Definition: the production of energy in a particular form Level: B2
Google ·verb
Definition: to search for something on the Internet using the Google search engine Level: B2
hard drive ·noun
Definition: the part inside a computer that is not removed and that stores very large amounts of information Level: B2
high-tech ·adjective
Definition: using or involved with the most recent and advanced electronic machines, computers, etc. Level: B2
hit ·noun (INTERNET)
Definition: a request to see a document on the Internet that is then counted to calculate the number of people looking at the page Level: B2
hi-tech ·adjective
Definition: using or involved with the most recent and advanced electronic machines, computers, etc. Level: B2
icon ·noun (COMPUTER)
Definition: a small picture on a computer screen that you choose in order to make the computer do something Level: B2
input ·noun (COMPUTER)
Definition: information that is put into a computer or the act of putting information into a computer Level: B2
interactive ·adjective (COMPUTER GAMES)
Definition: Interactive computer games, programs, etc. involve the user by reacting to the way they use them. Level: B2
key ·noun (KEYBOARD)
Definition: one of the parts that you press with your fingers on a computer or musical instrument to produce letters, numbers, symbols or musical notes Level: B2
laser ·noun
Definition: a machine that produces a strong beam of light that has medical and technical uses or a beam of light produced by a machine like this Level: B2
line ·noun (TELEPHONE)
Definition: the connection between two telephones Level: B2
load ·verb (MACHINE)
Definition: to put information or a program onto a computer Level: B2
mechanical ·adjective (MACHINES)
Definition: relating to or operated by machines Level: B2
microphone ·noun
Definition: a piece of equipment that you speak into to make your voice louder, or to record your voice or other sounds Level: B2
monitor ·noun
Definition: a screen that shows information or pictures, usually connected to a computer Level: B2
motor ·noun
Definition: the part of a machine or vehicle that changes electricity or fuel into movement and makes it work Level: B2
network ·noun (COMPUTERS)
Definition: a set of computers that are connected to each other Level: B2
operate ·verb (MACHINE)
Definition: If a machine operates, it does what it is designed to do, and if you operate it, you make it do what it is designed to do. Level: B2
operator ·noun (PERSON CONTROLLING MACHINE)
Definition: someone whose job is to use and control a machine or vehicle Level: B2
part ·noun (MACHINE)
Definition: a piece of a machine or vehicle Level: B2
pause ·verb (EQUIPMENT)
Definition: to make a CD, DVD, etc. stop for a short time by pressing a button Level: B2
pedal ·noun
Definition: a part of a machine that you press with your foot to operate or move the machine Level: B2
programming ·noun
Definition: when someone writes computer programs Level: B2
record ·verb (STORE INFORMATION)
Definition: to write down information or store it on a computer so that it can be used in the future Level: B2
recording ·noun (PROCESS)
Definition: the process or business of putting sounds, especially music, onto a disc, magnetic tape, etc., using electronic equipment Level: B2
run ·verb (USE COMPUTER)
Definition: If you run a computer program, you use it on your computer. Level: B2
satellite ·noun
Definition: a piece of equipment that is sent into space around the Earth to receive and send signals or to collect information Level: B2
set ·verb (EQUIPMENT)
Definition: to make a piece of equipment ready to be used Level: B2
signal ·noun (WAVE)
Definition: a series of light waves or sound waves which are sent to a radio, television, mobile phone, etc. Level: B2
sophisticated ·adjective (ADVANCED)
Definition: A sophisticated machine or system is very advanced and works in a clever way. Level: B2
spreadsheet ·noun
Definition: a chart produced on a computer which helps you to do business calculations and planning Level: B2
start ·verb (SWITCH ON)
Definition: If you start a machine or an engine, you switch it on, and if a machine or engine starts, it begins to work. Level: B2
store ·verb (COMPUTER)
Definition: to keep information on a computer Level: B2
technical ·adjective (SCIENCE/INDUSTRY)
Definition: relating to the knowledge, machines or methods used in science and industry Level: B2
technological ·adjective
Definition: relating to, or involving, technology Level: B2
telecommunications ·noun
Definition: the sending and receiving of messages over distance, especially by telephone, radio and television Level: B2
telescope ·noun
Definition: a piece of equipment, in the shape of a tube, that makes things which are far away look bigger or nearer Level: B2
thermometer ·noun
Definition: a piece of equipment that measures the temperature of air or of your body Level: B2
tone ·noun (TELEPHONE)
Definition: an electronic sound made by a telephone Level: B2
undo ·verb (CHANGE BACK)
Definition: to make a computer get rid of the last change you made to a document and make it the way it was before Level: B2
upgrade ·noun
Definition: a piece of software or equipment that improves the quality, power or usefulness of a computer or machine Level: B2
virtual ·adjective (USING COMPUTER)
Definition: using computer images and sounds that make you think an imagined situation is real Level: B2
virtually ·adverb (COMPUTER)
Definition: in a way that uses computer images and sounds that make you think an imagined situation is real Level: B2
virtual reality ·noun
Definition: when a computer produces images and sounds that make you think an imagined situation is real Level: B2
wire ·noun (ELECTRICITY)
Definition: a long, thin piece of metal thread, usually covered in plastic, that carries electricity, telephone signals, etc. Level: B2