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It is definitely worth learning technology vocabulary. Technology is such a big part of our daily lives that there’s a good chance it will feature in your IELTS exam.

It’s a broad subject. Here are some common areas that appear regularly:

• How and when you use a computer
• Your favourite websites
• What you use the internet for
• How technology has impacted on education
• Technology in the workplace
• Modern devices and gadgets

There are many other things you could be asked about, as you’ll discover on this page. Learning and being able to use a wide range of technology vocabulary will enable you to answer questions effectively and coherently and earn yourself high marks.

You may be asked to talk about technology related topics or write about them, and technology, computers or the internet could also be the topic of your reading or listening tests.

To help you prepare for your exam, I've included four things on this page:

• IELTS-style questions on the topic of technology
• Sample answers
• A list of common technology vocabulary  with definitions & sample sentences 
• Links to online reading and listening resources

You’ll find PDF downloads of both the questions and sample answers and the technology vocabulary list at the bottom of the respective sections.

The questions relate to the Speaking test because this part of the exam offers the broadest range of possible questions on the topic of technology. They give the best opportunity for me to demonstrate the vocabulary and for you to practise using it.

I’ve included IELTS-style questions and answers for all three parts of the Speaking test. I've highlighted key words and phrases in  bold .

You'll find these words and phrases, and many others, in the vocabulary list beneath. The list also includes explanations and sample sentences and there’s an audio to listen to the pronunciation.

The technology vocabulary list contains words and phrases relevant to all parts of the IELTS exam.

Finally, at the bottom of the page I've added links to topical articles, short videos and podcasts that will help you to improve both your technology vocabulary and your reading and listening skills.

Here’s something to think about as you work through this page:

Learning vocabulary for IELTS doesn’t just involve learning new words and phrases, it’s also about how you use vocabulary to develop good answers.

IELTS-Style Speaking Test Questions and Answers

Common technology vocabulary is highlighted in  bold .

1)   How often do you use a computer and for what purpose?

I use a computer every day, mostly for my work. I’m a copywriter so my job involves a lot of word processing . In my leisure time, I love to connect with my friends and family back home on social media .

2)   Have you ever taken a course to improve your computer skills?

I’ve never taken a proper course like at a college but did once pay someone to teach me how to use some specific software I needed for my business. Mostly, I’ve learnt by trial and error and watching YouTube videos. I’m no computer buff but I can do everything I need to.

3)   Which device do you prefer to use for browsing the internet?

I’d sooner use my laptop to surf the internet as you can see so much more on the large screen than on a smaller device . If my laptop is switch off I tend to browse on my iPad to saving booting up the computer.

4)   Do you enjoy using the internet?

I find it exciting using the internet because I love to learn new things. These days you can find out almost anything online so computers have been a real game changer for people like me who enjoy discovering new information.

5)  What sorts of things do you buy online?

The items I buy most often online are books, sometimes e-books that I read on my Kindle. I also browse the internet when I need a new gadget to help me develop my website , such as the microphone I bought the other day.

Describe an item of technology you have that is very important.

You should say:

• what the technology is
• when you got it
• how often you use it

and say how different your daily life would be without it.

I have several electronic devices that I use on a daily basis but the one I’m going to describe is my mobile phone.

I’m never the quickest to adopt new technology and all my friends had them long before I did. I eventually bought one back in 1999 after my dad had a stroke and was rushed into hospital. I needed to be in constant contact with my family during this difficult time so I had to join them in owning a mobile.

I now have an iPhone and keep it with me at all times in case of emergencies but mainly use it for texting and keeping in touch with my rowing club friends via WhatsApp. The phone is so high tech that, not being a techie , I only understand and use a few of the functions. It’s incredible what it can do though, and every now and then I discover something new about it. In fact, this happened just the other day when I was out walking my dog.

I often get ideas for my work when I’m out and about and usually carry a notebook and pen to jot them down before I forget them. If I forget to take the notebook, I type short notes on my iPhone to remind me of my thoughts. Then last week, I notice a microphone icon and thought I’d try recording my ideas to play back later.

When I tried this, I found that my mobile actually types out the words as I say them. I was amazed and over the moon as I’d discovered a quicker and easier way to make notes. It saves me lots of time and means that I never lose a good idea. I can record as I’m walking along rather than having to stop and write things down, so my dog’s happier too as he used to get fed up with me stopping all the time.

It’s quite incredible the advances in technology since I bought that first mobile all those years ago. Back then you could just make calls and send texts. Having started as a reluctant user, I now consider my mobile an indispensable part of my life and wouldn’t be without it. My life wouldn’t actually be very different if I didn’t have it as I’m not addicted to the internet or social media like many people. However, I do feel a sense of security having one and it also gives me peace of mind knowing that any of my family can contact me if they have a problem.

1)  Do you think most electronic devices are user-friendly?

For the most part, I’d say that they are once you’ve learnt how to use them. The problem for me is always getting started. I’m a bit of a technophobe and don’t find it easy to understand new technology . You rarely get a written instruction manual with a new device and the help is generally online . You often have to really search for what you need.

Also, technology advances so quickly that as soon as you’ve mastered the device, the software is upgraded and you have to learn new stuff to be able to use it.

I really envy young people today as they are natural techies . They seem to know how to operate electronic devices without even being shown. I certainly think that many people of the older generation would say that modern electronic gadgets are not user-friendly .

2)  Do you think parents should control what internet sites their teenagers use?

Internet safety is a huge concern for parents these days. Computers and the internet have so many benefits for young people, for their education and for staying connected with friends and family, but there are some unpleasant people online who target children on social media and trick them into building harmful relationships.

Teenagers are particularly vulnerable because they have a lot of freedom as to who they connect with and they can be too trusting. Most own mobile devices so can go online when they’re away from home and their parents can’t see what websites or social media platforms they’re browsing . Many youngsters are pressured into posting pictures of themselves naked or lured into sexual relationships, which is just awful.

I do think that parents should monitor what internet sites their teenagers use, although this is difficult because of this freedom their kids have and how easy it is to get online. On laptops and PCs there are settings for limiting access to parts of the internet , which parents should activate. I’m not sure if you can do this on mobile devices .

Perhaps the best things parents can do is to discuss internet safety with their children and make them aware of the dangers they could face online .

3)  Could you suggest reasons why some people are deciding to reduce their use of technology?

Many people’s whole lives are controlled by technology , especially the internet . With so many different devices available and the number of wifi hotspots increasing all the time, people can surf the internet anytime they want to. It’s easy to waste hours browsing or posting trivia on social media . This is often for no real purpose but simply because people are addicted to it. Everywhere you go you see people tapping away on their mobile phones rather than engaging with the people around them.

I think some people realise that they’re slaves to technology and have made a conscious decision to cut down on their use of the internet and their mobiles in particular. It’s hard to relax with emails, social media posts and texts pinging at you all the time. There’s more understanding these days of mindfulness and the need to regularly step back from our frantic, stressful lives. Reducing the use of our electronic devices can certainly help a great deal with this and I believe this is many people’s motivation for doing so.

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* Important

• Do  not  try and learn this list of technology vocabulary.
• Identify the vocabulary you find useful for answering practise questions about technology.
• Record these in your vocabulary notebook and practise using them regularly.

I recommend that you create your own answers to the Speaking questions on this page. You will find many other IELTS-style practise questions by searching online. 

For help on how to learn vocabulary, what to learn and how to record it, visit these pages:

How to Learn Vocabulary for IELTS

Top 6 Types of IELTS Vocabulary & Topic Word Lists

Technology Vocabulary – Common Words & Phrases

Technology Vocabulary Set 1: Technology

technology – the application of scientific discoveries for practical purposes, especially in industry.

- Technology is advancing at such a rate that it’s difficult to imagine what our lives will be like in 20 years time.

technological – relating to or involving technology.

- Recent technological advances in computing and telecommunications mean that some of our staff work mainly from home and don’t need to travel into the office every day.

technophile – a person who is enthusiastic about new technology.

- My brother is a true technophile and can tell you about every new gadget on the market.

a techie – a person who knows a lot about technology, especially computers or other electronic equipment.

- I’m not surprised Sue Lin is working for a top computer agency as she was always a real techie at school.

tech-savvy – well informed about or proficient in the use of modern technology, especially computers.

- My kids are far more tech-savvy than I am, having grown up with computer technology. 

technophobe – a person who fears or dislikes new technology, especially computers, and does not want to use it.

- I keep telling him how easy it is to send an email but he’s an ardent technophobe and refuses to even have a go.

Technology Vocabulary Pronunciation

Technology Vocabulary Set 2: Progress

progress – to develop towards an improved or more advanced state.

The pace of technological progress over the past 20 years has been astonishing.

innovation – the development and use of a new idea or method.

Further innovation is needed in the farming industry if we are to be able to feed ourselves in the future.

innovative – the adjective form of innovation.

Guti was a much-valued member of the team as he often came up with innovative solutions to a problem.

an advance – a development or improvement.

Scientists have made major advances in recent years in their search for a cure for Alzheimer’s.

develop – to change into a stronger or more advanced form.

- I can confidently predict that computers will continue to develop at a rapid rate.

development – the process of developing something.

- Future developments in space travel may mean that our ancestors live on other planets.

revolutionary – involving or causing a complete or dramatic change and improvement.

- The development of personal computers has proved revolutionary for business owners.

revolutionise – to radically change something so it is much better.

- There’s no doubt that computers have revolutionised our lives.

breakthrough – important development or discovery.

Some people argue that the invention of the internal combustion engine was the most important technological breakthrough of all time.

modern – of the present time; using recent ideas and methods.

- Modern science is transforming the way we understand our world.

modify – to change something in order to make it better.

- Being disabled, I need a car that can be modified to meet my specific needs.

cutting-edge – very modern.

- Our new mobile phone is still in development but it is at the cutting-edge of technology.

state-of-the-art – the latest stage of development of a product, using the most recent ideas and method and including the latest features.

- The new aircraft design was state-of-the-art and was expected to revolutionise passenger’s experience of flying.

advanced – modern and well developed.

- In the developing world, simple technologies such the mechanical water pump are often more practical solutions to everyday problems than the advanced computer technologies of the western world.

high tech – using or involving advanced technology.

- Some high tech solutions are less reliable than the basic technology they replace.

indispensable – something you could not manage without; absolutely necessary.

For many people, their mobile phone is indispensable .

outdated – out of date; old-fashioned.

Jared didn’t want to buy a new iPhone but his mobile looked so outdated compared to those of his friends that he felt pressured into updating it.

obsolete – not in use any more, having been replaced by something better.

Jerry had to close down his small printing business as his old printer had become obsolete and he couldn’t afford to replace it with the latest state-of-the-art equipment.

Technology Vocabulary Set 3: Effect

impact – the effect of something.

- Modern technology has had a massive impact on the way we communicate with each other.

to transform – to markedly or dramatically change.

- There can be no denying that computers have transformed the way we work and study.

game changer – a new idea or factor that significantly changes an existing situation or way of doing something.

- The professor’s new theory was a game changer and if proved correct, brought the possibility of time travel one step closer.

affect – to influence or cause a change in something.

- Social media has radically affected both how we communicate and who we communicate with.

influence – the power to have an effect on the character, development or behaviour of someone or something.

- The influence of modern technology is evident in almost every aspect of our daily lives from how we shop to how we spend our leisure time.

Technology Vocabulary Set 4: Computers

computer literate – to have sufficient knowledge and understanding to be able to use a computer effectively.

- The application form specified that candidates must be computer literate to be considered for the job.

computer buff – someone who knows a lot about computers and might be considered an expert.

- Although I have a good understanding of the software I use at work, I certainly wouldn’t call myself a computer buff .

laptop – portable computer.

- With a laptop , I can work almost anywhere as long as I have an internet connection.

PC – personal computer; not usually portable like a laptop.

- I have a PC in my office at work but prefer a laptop for home so that I can use it in different locations around the house.

to boot up – to start a computer.

- Of course I’ll show you how to send an email. You boot up the computer and I’ll be with you in a minute.

word processing – the process of producing, editing and storing text on a computer.

- I have to write a lot of reports for my job so word processing is what I use my computer for more than anything else.

to upgrade – to obtain a more powerful or feature-rich computer, electronic device or piece of software.

- My mobile phone company is always trying to persuade me to upgrade to the latest model.

software – the programmes and other operating information used by a computer and related devices.

- Bella was able to create some amazing photographic effects after installing the new software on her computer.

hardware – the physical parts of a computer and related devices.

- Computer hardware includes the monitor, keyboard, disk drive, mouse and wiring.

to crash – to suddenly stop working.

- Guti was in the middle of his online English lesson when his computer crashed .

Technology Vocabulary Set 5: The internet

internet – the extensive global system of connected computers that allows people to share information and communicate with each other.

- I love the fact that I can get free English lessons on the internet .

to surf the internet – to look at a series of websites one after the other.

- I spent hours surfing the internet searching for the best holiday deals.

online – connected to the internet.

- Most of my friends do their grocery shopping online but I prefer to go to the supermarket and choose my food items myself.

website – a set of pages of information on the internet about a particular subject, published by a single person or organization.

- I found an excellent website about how to train puppies the other day.

to browse – to look for and look at information on the internet.

- I often browse the internet for gift ideas when a friend has a birthday coming up.

wifi – using radio or microwaves rather than wires to connect to the internet.

- Having a wifi connection gives me so much more freedom in the way I work as I’m no longer tied to my desk.

wifi hotspot – an area with an accessible wireless network, often a public place.

- Whenever the ship was in port, the crew flocked to the nearest wifi hotspot to connect with their families back home.

internet connection – the link between a computer and the internet.

- There is such a poor internet connection where I live that I have to go to the library when I want to get online.

social media – websites and computer programmes such as Facebook or Twitter that allow people to connect and share content online.

- I have to admit that I connect with my friends on social media more often than I see them face-to-face.

viral – an image, video or piece of information that becomes very popular very quickly on the internet.

- The video of her cat riding on a giant tortoise went viral and achieve nearly a million views.

e-commerce – commercial transactions conducted electronically on the internet.

- Their business really took off when they built an e-commerce website and started selling their products online.

e-book  – a book published in digital form and read on a computer or other dedicated electronic device.

- The best thing about e-books is that you can download them instantly and start reading them immediately.

Technology Vocabulary Set 6: Internet security

privacy – the right to keep personal information secret.

Many internet users are very concerned about the privacy of their personal information.

censorship – suppressing or stopping certain information being available to the public.

- The Chinese have their own social media channels as government censorship means they can’t access Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

internet security – computer systems implemented or actions taken by computer users to protect their data while using the internet.

- Internet security is a real concern for people making credit card purchases online.

internet safety – computer systems implemented or actions taken by computer users to stay safe while using the internet.

- I want to learn more about internet safety as I’ve heard many stories about children being befriended by paedophiles online and I want to protect my own kids

hacker – a person who illegally gains access to a computer system to steal information or tamper with the system.

- Computer hackers cause huge disruption within the organisations they target and could even pose a threat to our country’s security.

computer virus   – a piece of code which is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect, such as corrupting the system or destroying data.

- Timor's computer was infected with a computer virus and many of his files were damaged.

cyber – involving, using, or relating to computers, especially the internet.

- Many business owners live in fear of a cyber attack, especially infection of their computer network with a virus.

cybersecurity – the measures taken to protect against the criminal or unauthorised access of electronic data.

- Cybersecurity has become a major industry as computer hackers have become more and more skilled at breaking into supposedly secures computer systems.

cybercrime – criminal activities carried out by means of computers or the internet.

- Identity theft, where someone steals and misuses your personal information, is one of the most common types of cybercrime .

Technology Vocabulary Set 7: Other useful words

device – a thing made or adapted for a particular purpose, especially a piece of mechanical or electronic equipment. It is usually quite small.

- A FitBit is a device that helps people improve their health by tracking their activity, exercise, food, weight and sleep.

labour-saving device – a device or piece of equipment that reduces the effort needed to do something.

- The labour-saving device I’m most grateful for is my washing machine.

gadget – a small mechanical or electronic device or tool, often ingenious, novel or fun as well as being useful.

- Paulo is always buying the latest gadget to go with his digital camera.

user-friendly – simple to understand and easy to use.

- I didn’t find my new mobile phone user-friendly at first but my grandson was able to show me how to use it and now I understand what to do.

microchip – a very small piece of silicon with electronic circuits on it that can hold large quantities of information or perform mathematical and logical operations.

- One of the greatest technological breakthroughs of modern times was the development of the microchip .

the digital age – the time since personal computers were introduced and became central to people’s lives.

- I envy people born in the digital age as they’ve grown up with computers and seem to find it easier to adapt to new technologies than us older generation.

AI (artificial intelligence) – the development of computers or computer-controlled robots to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence.

- Although AI is still largely confined to science fiction, some people believe there will come a time when computers will rule the world.

electronic – a device that operates by electric current passing through it.

- Electronic games are extremely popular with both adults and children.

appliance – typically a piece of electrical equipment, such as a kettle or toaster, that uses less advanced technology.

- Modern kitchen appliances make cooking and baking much easier than they would have been 100 years ago and save so much time.

Click this link to get a PDF download of this list of technology vocabulary.

Ways to Improve Your Technology Vocabulary

One of the best ways to improve your vocabulary is through reading. Watching topic related YouTube videos and listening to podcasts is also hugely beneficial.

Here are some online resources I recommend.

Technology Articles

BBC News – Technology  

New Scientist

Tech News World

The Economist – Science & Technology (3 free articles a week when you sign up) 

I love TED Talks. They are short videos with a powerful message and are generally very interesting. They’re ideal for improving your vocabulary and give valuable listening skills practise.

Search YouTube TED Talks Technology  to help you improve your technology vocabulary.

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1. to be computer-literate Meaning: able to use computers well Example: In today’s competitive job market, it is essential to be computerliterate.

2. to computerize something Meaning: to provide a computer or computers to do the work Example: The factory has been fully computerized, enabling it to produce more efficiently.

3. advances in technology Meaning: the improvement or development in technology Example: Recent advances in medical technology are making a great contribution to the search for a cure for Aids.

4. to download podcasts Meaning: to save a copy of a file from the internet to your own device Example: Computer technology is extremely useful for learning a new language. I often download podcasts to improve my listening skills.

5. video conferencing Meaning: to see and discuss with people in different locations using the Internet. Example: In the worlds of business and education, video conferencing has enabled people to exchange ideas without travelling across the world.

6. the college intranet Meaning: a network of computers within a college that can only be accessed by the staff and students to set and mark work, enter into contact etc. Example: Distance learning in education has been made possible by innovations such as the college intranet system.

7. silver surfer Meaning: an old person who spends a lot of time using the Internet Example: Although young people are often more computer-literate than the older generation, nevertheless there are many silver surfers who use the internet all the time.

8. a technological breakthrough Meaning: an important new discovery in technology Example: The development of the micro-chip was atechnological breakthrough which transformed the way in which people communicate.

9. discourage real interaction Meaning: to result in less face-to-face communication with other people Example: the availability of new communication technologies may also have the result of isolating people and discouraging real interaction.

10. leading-edge technology Meaning: the most advanced position in technology Example: Manufacturers of electronic devices always advertise their products as having the latest leading-edge/cutting-edge technology.

11. to become obsolete Meaning: to be no longer used because something new has been invented Example: Technological innovation is now so rapid, that even the latest electronic devices soon become obsolete.

12. the digital revolution Meaning: the advancement of technology to the digital technology available today Example: The digital revolution has fundamentally changed the way that people work, communicate, behave and even think.

13. labour-saving appliances Meaning: machines that reduce the amount of work or effort needed to do something. Example: The technological revolution in the home started with the introduction of labour-saving appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers.

14. to apply something to something Meaning: to use something or make something work in a particular situation Example: The new technology applied to farming has led to a huge reduction in the agricultural workforce.

15. to gain access to the internet/to access the internet Meaning: to have the opportunity to use the internet Example: Millions of people are able to access the internet in cafes, libraries or other public places.

16. wireless technology Meaning: using radiowaves to transmit information, rather than wires Examples: Wireless technology has enabled places such as hotels, airports and coffee shops to offer wi-fi connection to customers wishing to access the internet.

17. e-commerce Meaning: buying and selling products or services using the internet Example: Businesses which rely on e-commerce make huge savings on offices, retail outlets and rents paid to landlords who own high-street properties.

18. online shopping Meaning: shopping while connected to the internet Example: For people who are physically disabled, or even for people who are simply very busy, online shopping is convenient and may also be cheaper.

19. to go viral Meaning: to become very popular on the internet Example: One reason why people sometimes talk about ‘the global village’ is that an image or news on the internet sometimes goes viral and is seen by millions of people worldwide.

20. computer hackers Meaning: people who find a way of looking at or changing information secretly on somebody’s computer system Example: One disadvantage of computers is that computer hackers may be able to discover your personal details, such as bank account information.

21. online scams Meaning: clever and dishonest plans using the internet in order to make money. Example: Many internet users have been victims of online scams, paying money for goods or services that do not exist or are worthless.

22. to microwave something Meaning: to cook or heat food very quickly in a microwave oven Example: The food industry was quick to adapt to the demands of customers who wanted to microwave ready meals after coming home from work.

23. a smart card Meaning: a small plastic card used to make payments and to store information, which can be read when connected to a computer system. Example: People rarely need to visit a bank these days, and it is easy and convenient to make purchases using your smart card.

24. supermarket checkouts Meaning: the place where you go to pay for the things that you have bought Example: Personal service in shops has been replaced by the impersonal experience of superstore shopping and queues at supermarket checkouts.

25. driverless vehicles Meaning: cars, buses and other vehicles that have the technology to drive themselves, without a person in control Example: The first driverless vehicles have already been invented and will soon be seen on the roads.

26. text-messaging Meaning: the act of sending written messages using a mobile/cell phone Example: The ability to write using accurate grammar is declining, partly as a result of text-messaging instead of writing letters.

27. robotics technology Meaning: the design, construction and operation of robots Example: There are examples of robotics technology everywhere, from space programs to manufacturing.

28.to be in its infancy Meaning: to be in the early development of something Example: It is clear that robotics technology is still in its infancy, and it is impossible to imagine the possible future developments.

29. to be superseded by Meaning: to be replaced by something which is better Example: The latest technological innovations are usually soon superseded by new and more advanced devices.

30. to become over-reliant on Meaning: to need something so that your survival or success depends too much on it Example: Businesses have become over-reliant on complicated computer systems, so that if these systems fail the results will be disastrous.

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Technology Vocabulary

IELTS technology vocabulary. Here are some words commonly associated with technology.

• Indispensable: something you could not manage without.
• Innovative: using new methods or ideas.
• Develop: to change into a more advanced or stronger form.
• Device: an object or machine that has been made for a certain purpose.
• E-commerce: buying and selling goods and services through the internet.
• Modify: to change something in order to make it better.
• Breakthrough: an important discovery that helps improve a situation or answer a question.

Below are 20 word circles containing common words associated with technology. They contain meanings, example sentences, collocations and synonyms to help you remember and use them effectively.

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IELTS Topic-based vocabulary: science and technology; with definitions/meanings and example sentences

This post focuses on a shortlist of some most common words used in IELTS Writing, Speaking, Reading and Listening . Here, IELTS candidates can learn and practice science and technology- related words and phrases. All the words are given here with definitions/meanings and their use in example sentences. This vocabulary list will help you write essays and speak on new inventions, research, technology and science-related topics etc. 

Vocabulary list on ‘Science and Technology’ :  

Attribute – a quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something – His attributes such as honesty and helpfulness has made him a special person.

Apex – tip; summit; the highest part or top of something, particularly one forming a point – The apex of an Egyptian pyramid is different from a Mayan pyramid.

Broadband – a dynamic transmission system that uses a broader range of frequencies, which enables a big chunk of messages to be communicated at the same time – Although she doesn’t have wireless Internet, she has a  broadband  connection.

Butterfly effect / Chaos theory – the phenomenon whereby a minute localized change in a compound system can have great effects elsewhere – The phrase ‘Butterfly Effect’ refers to the likelihood that very small, seemingly insignificant changes (such as a butterfly flapping its wings) might create large, unexpected events elsewhere.

Computer literacy – level of knowledge with the basic hardware and software (and now Internet) concepts that lets a person to use computers for data entry, word processing, spreadsheets, and electronic communications – Nowadays most company want people with computer literacy .

Consciousness – the state of being aware of and responsive to one’s surroundings – The patient had regained consciousness this afternoon.

Coordination – the association of the different components of a complex body or actions so as to enable them to team up efficiently – The app’s coordination with other software is remarkable.

Creativity – the utilization of imagination or original ideas to generate something; inventiveness – The professor admired the creativity that prevailed among the group of young scientists.

Database/ databank – a structured set and mainly a very large sum of data held in a computer, particularly one that is accessible in different ways – The log in the organization’s database/databank by outsiders is illegal.

Device/ tech gadget – a thing made or adapted for a particular reason, mainly a piece of automatic or electronic gear – This particular device/ tech gadget can easily access your smartphone to track your location.

Digital – a rain or any other form of precipitation that is unusually acidic – The report shows that acidity of soil in that region was caused by acid rain .

Discover – find out something or some place for the first time – The team of astrophysicists discovered a new comet recently.

Domino effect – also known as chain reaction, is the cumulative effect produced when one event sets off a chain of similar events – The successful implementation of the project will create a positive domino effect and gradually develop the area.

Evidence – proof of something or some action – There are hundreds of scientific evidences to prove that the device did not work appropriately.

Experiment – a scientific process taken on making a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact – The Company had to shut down their experiment on monkeys to obey the ruling.

Furnace – an enclosed structure in which material can be heated to very high temperatures, e.g. for smelting metals – This furnace is used for producing lead.

Genetically modified – (of an organism or crop) containing genetic substances that has been synthetically altered so as to create a desired trait – There was controversial debate over the utilization of genetically modified crops.

Harness – a  piece  of  equipment  with  straps  and  belts , used to  control  or  hold  in  place  a  person ,  animal , or  object – She fastened the safety  harness  firmly round her waist prior to starting the drop.

Horizontal – parallel to the flat surface of the horizon; at right angles to the vertical – The machine had a horizontal arm fixed to a vertical shaft.

Hormone – a regulatory material formed in an organism and transported in tissue fluids such as blood or sap to stimulate particular cells or tissues into work – The rude behaviour among some pregnant women is triggered by hormones .

Invention – creation of something – The invention of computer has changed the course of human civilization.

Mechanism – a system of parts working together in a machine – The reproductive mechanism in these special cells is remarkable.

Mediocre – of only average quality; not very good – In spite of being a  mediocre  student at best, Thomas had thrived on science and turned out to be the most successful biologist.

Neuroscience – the scientific study of the nervous system – She studied about neuroscience research on monkeys in her third year in the medical school.

Niche – denoting or relating to products, services, or interests that attract a tiny, specialized section of the demographics – Many people try to find their niche in the job market but fail to get that easily.

Nutrition – food or nourishment – The kittens lacked nutrition and suffered a lot.

Peripheral – on or near an edge or constituting an outer boundary; the outer area – His peripheral vision showed that an auto was trying to pass him.

Physiology – the branch of biology that handles the regular functions of living organisms and their parts – Doctors are experts in human anatomy and physiology .

Placebo-effect – An amazing phenomenon in which a  placebo  – a fake treatment, an inactive substance like sugar, distilled water or saline solution – can at times develop a patient’s state simply due to the person’s expectation that the medicine will be helpful – The doctor is hopeful about the patient’s quick recovery learning about the placebo-effect .

Plausible – (of an argument or statement) apparently sensible or probable – The scientists could find no plausible explanation for the disappearance of those wild-birds.

Predictable – able to be known, seen, or declared in advance – These recent diseases follow an extremely  predictable  pattern.

Psychology – the scientific study of the human mind and its activities, particularly those affecting behaviour in a specified context – She was a great author of human psychology and metaphysics.

Pulley – a wheel with a wavy rim around which a string passes, which changes the direction of a force applied to the string and is used to lift heavy weights – Ancient waterholes or wells did not have pulley system; so a heavy bucket was usually thrown with a firm string to collect water.

Selfie – a photograph taken by oneself, typically with a smartphone or webcam and shared via social media – Nowadays young people like to take selfies a lot.

Space exploration – the use of astronomy and space technology to investigate outer space – Space exploration in this century has progressed way more than the last century.

Specialist – expert; a person who focuses mainly on a specific subject or activity; a person extremely skilled in a particular and restricted field – Younan Nowzaradan is an Iranian-American vascular surgery specialist .

Stimulate – raise levels of physiological or nervous activity in (the body or any biological system) – Some free-hand exercise may stimulate your muscles.

Surveillance – close observation; careful watching – The Chief of Police has assigned a surveillance team in the red-light areas.

Systematically – according to a fixed plan or system; methodically – Computers will scan all the data systematically every week using this software.

Techie – a person who is expert in or enthusiastic about technology, especially computing – My cousin is a techie and he specialized in graphic design.

Technophobe – a person who fears, dislikes, or avoids new technology – Hannah is a technophobe and so she’s not going to attend the digital conference.

Trait – a distinguishing quality or characteristic, typically one belonging to a person – They examined every trait of the selected persons.

Trigger – cause (a device) to function – He accidentally triggered the alarm.

Upgrade – develop (something) to a higher standard, especially (equipment or machinery) by adding or replacing components – The company has upgraded its software to control the robotics department better.

Vertical – standing or pointing directly up or at an angle of 90° to a horizontal surface or line – He placed the apples on the top of a vertical wall.

Website – a set of related web pages positioned under a single domain name – www.ieltsdeal.com is a website related to the IELTS course.

Weight – a measure of the heaviness of an object – After doing some exercise for a week his weight became perfect. 

Wireless – using radio, microwaves, etc. (instead of wires or cables) to transmit signals – Wireless internet is not available in many places up till now.

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Posted by David S. Wills | Nov 13, 2017 | IELTS Tips , Listening , Reading , Speaking , Writing | 2

Technology is one of the most common IELTS topics because it can come up in any part of the exam. Furthermore, technology is a part of our daily lives and thus an absolutely necessary topic in which to be fluent. So, let’s look at how it may come up in the IELTS exam and what technology vocabulary we need to learn.

Technology in IELTS Speaking

There are lots of possible questions you may be asked about technology in the IELTS speaking exam. Here are some.

• How often do you use the Internet?
• How much time do you spend using a computer at work or at home?
• Do you enjoy using technology?
• Do you own a computer?
• What do you mainly use a computer for?
• Do you use the Internet for your studies?
• Has the internet made your job / studies easier?
• Have you ever taken a course to improve your computer skills?
• Do you use any gadgets on a daily basis?
• Which device do you prefer to use for browsing the internet?

You may be asked to describe a technology you often use or a kind of gadget. In one surprising cue card, candidates were asked to describe a time when they couldn’t use a phone! Here’s my sample answer for that:

• What kind of technological developments have made the biggest impact on our lives?
• Do you think people rely too much on modern technology?
• Do you think we need to know much about computers?
• How do computers affect our everyday life?
• Do you agree that some people use technology for communication too much?
• Do computers make it much easier to study?
• Would you agree that the rapid development of digital technology has had a positive impact on the world of work?
• What is the most important piece of technology in our lives?
• How effective is the use of computers in the classroom?
• Do you think that the rate of technological expansion will slow down in the years to come?
• What do you think are the important things people need to learn when they start using computers?
• Do you think men and women view technological devices differently?

Answering any of these questions gives you a chance to show off your technology vocabulary, which we shall look at in the next section.

Technology Vocabulary

It is really important that IELTS candidates know a lot of technology vocabulary. However, this is where textbooks often fail us. The vocabulary used to describe technology changes almost as quickly as technology itself!

Case in point: A few years ago, I was teaching at a university in China and all the textbooks had things like:

• cassette tape
• surfing the net

However, this is all really old fashioned! Whilst it might be useful to know these words and phrases, they are unlikely to be things you will talk about in the IELTS speaking test. After all, some of these are practically ancient by now.

It’s important then to keep on top of relatively new developments. you don’t need to be an expert in computer studies or anything, but you should know some common terms for talking about technology in daily life:

• instant messaging

You should be able to talk about social media, using the most common words and phrases there:

• friend/unfriend

All of these will help you to give better answers when talking about technology or technology-related subjects in your IELTS speaking test.

Here’s a whole video about technology vocabulary:

Technology in IELTS Writing

Technology could appear in either part of the IELTS writing exam but it is more likely to come up in task 2. Here are some example questions:

Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships that people make? Has this been a positive or negative development? * When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? * Some people argue that technological inventions, such as smartphones, are making people less socially active. Do you agree or disagree?

Be careful when answering these questions. Much of the technology vocabulary you learn online (including the video above) is a bit informal. In particular, verbs relating to social media can be quite inappropriate for a formal essay. It is not bad English, but you may find yourself marked down for not using formal enough language.

Technology for IELTS Listening

Of course, it is very possible that your IELTS listening exam could contain information about technology. It is, however, unlikely to be very specialised and you would only need to know some quite basic language. Here are some examples of IELTS technology topics in the listening exam .

Technology for IELTS Reading

Technology is an incredibly common topic in the reading exam. Here, a good vocabulary for technology would definitely come in handy.

Here are some example tests you can see on other websites:

• Technology & Crime
• Hard Disk Technology
• Is Science Dangerous?
• Art & Technology

You can also check out this speaking and reading lesson about mobile phones.

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Yours sincerely, Taha

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:) Nice of u.

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Wish u luck, fatiima!

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Hi to you, Fatimma. sorry for the mistake comment. Have a great time!!!

yeah, it’s true. “it’s your turn” also means it’s your chance :D

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i think she don’t know how to use facebook, because she’s a technophobe.

i liked the words. it think it is important to know it and to use this words. thanks Emma

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I meant “the job of making the quizzes”.

i got 100 yaaay :D Thank you so much Emma :)

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Dear Teacher,

Thank you very much for your good lesson. have a great day…

I watch the TED talks too. :) They are really interesting.

Emma, please make more lessons like that one.

Dear, Ms Emma, considering you are a technophobe, you use “Uh Um” a lot, please don’t feel stress feel free when you record lessons, we are your student and you help us a lot and we really like your english way.

Faithfully yours, Islam Abdelazim

It was great.I had never heard of some of the words before you taught.Thank you.

sorry for the mistake

I think we can consider a personal computer from 1980s smelly.can not we?

I have to admit… I added a few of those answers to Emma’s quiz :)

thanks a lot :)

Thank you very much for the lesson. Related to your lecture, I would like to inquire about how to use “the state of the art” in the correct sentences.

Many thanks. Cheers, Teddy Lesmana ^_^

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It’s very useful lesson for me, So I appreciate it.

Hi Teacher i want to tallk English but i cant i don’t know why

Thanx a lot… :)

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I hope to learn a lot!

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I would like to make friend with you,sincerely.

Great lesson, Emma! I saw the video twice! And I got 10!

good job ! really good job but I have one question please ! I’m preparing for IELTS exam and I need to find the best way to pass the exam in very high score . I have only one month to prepare for the examntion . everday I have 8-10 hours .That’s too much what do you think ? I also have stronge desire for learning English I’d to be successful in English . I really like English language too much . Anyway Could you tell me the best to study 8-10 hours ? I don’t want to waste my time in bad way . Wating for your respond ASAP . Regards Ali

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Emma thank you so much, This english class is excellent, I am an telecom engineer, I am from Mexico. greetings!

Hi there Emma. I would like to know more about as if and as though. For example:

She acts as if she were a kid.

Let’s convert it into past tense She acted as if she were a kid. (I find this easier to say)

She acted as if she had been a kid. (questionable).

Thank you so much Emma for your efforts

Dear Emma , thank you so much , you really make lessons very simple and easy to understand .

Forgot to say , i got 100 / 100

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Emma, I would like to know if I can use the term ” brand new ” instead of ” State of the art “, Do they mean the similar? For instance, brand new Samsung phone = state of the art Samsung phone

Great lesson!

My major and my work are connected with IT. Glitch is similar to bug.

A bug is a device that is used to locate people and objects. A bug is also an error in software.

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Thank u alot Emma :)

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Great question…. Its show me that I need to learn more English…

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Thanks, Emma. I got 10 out of 10.

Emma u r superb thanks for teaching

Hi Emma. I did very well on this quiz.And yuou are teachersavy.:) But i wonder why you always say ”lets get started instead of sayin ”lets start”. What is the diffrence between two actions ?

Emma, you are pretty and make lessons easy and fun to stydy. Keep doing this great job. Congratulations.

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I can say that today I have been connected with this website all my day :D Thanks for every virtual English class! I learnt many things.

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Thanks EMMA and to all the crew…

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Thank you Emma

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Was good to learned about tech

Thank you Emma … I get 9

Thank you dear Emma!!!!

Thank you (^_^).

yes thanks you

Thanks for your sharing.

Caould you please let me know the website where I can study effective words to success in IELTS speaking.

Thanks in advance

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All materials on this web site is great

You’re great!

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Thank you so much you were fantastic thanks a lot , i think we need more examples thank you.

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I am a technophile. Got 10/10 in the quiz. :D

WoW ! i got 100 :D

thanks a lot emma mam

It was a nice lesson! Thanks Emma!

Thanks Emma, you’ve got a state of art method to teach English, your way is compact but still greatly helpful. I have become a Emmaphile after listening to some of your lectures.

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thanks emma, I have learned new words!!!!!!

Howdy, Emma! First, thanks a bunch for the lesson. I really enjoyed it. I would also appreciate if you taught a lesson on fashion vocabulary and common expressions in this field.

Once again thank you very much. Take care!

Thank you,Emma!

If you ask me, this Video is state of the art. It seems to me that I’m technophile, am I ?

Thanks lots……. I wan to ask you. My english teacher during my secondary time said then that. If will use” mind”to ask for something in sentence that the reply will be negative. It is true. E.g did you mind to give me our pen. Said if you say NO as the answer it mean Yes, but if you Yes as the answer it mean No. So enlight me more about it.

Thank you so much emma mam, your lessons are very good and your way of teaching is attractive.

I like the way you teach. You seem to me very professional and easy going. In my book you are a smart and cultivated teacher. Do not worry if you are technophobe, as far as you aim your goals, I will be a faithful student of yours. I truly enjoy your lessons, I always learn something new. Regards.

Hi, Emma, Thanks a lot for your lessons. And besides, you are very attractive !!! I’d like to know how to use “what” or “which” in cases of connecting clauses. For example : I remember my mother, what/which (?) makes me happy.

i got 100 marks

Hi Emma, thank you so much for this lesson and I´ll continue improving my English for sure using these key words. Have a great evening and as always it´s a privilege to take classes from you, best regards. Javier.

Thanks a lot Emma. For someone like a technophobe like me I really want something that is user-friendly too.^^

i got 10 correct out of 10. pls prepare video on every subject that may be in the exam.

Thanks alot

me too 10 correct. thanks Emma.

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Thanks a lot.

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Dear Emma, Thank you very much for your lessons:they improve my language level!=)

Emma, why you dont like techlology?

Can I say glitching, is it right ?

Hi, Emma Thank you for teach us about this important matter. Technology is everywhere!

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I adore your way of teaching! Congrats

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Good one, Thx!

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Thanks Mam Emma, I got 90%.

hi Emma, you’re such a wonderful teacher. I love watching all your lessons in engvid.com, It enhances my vocabulary and communication skills in one way or another. Words like what you’ve just shown in this vidz are extremely useful in our everyday life… All the best….

You really score high on people hearts, Thanks for the magnificent class !!

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tks for your lecture :)

Thanks Emma, you should be proud of this lesson.

I wish to express my gratitude for the session you explained about the vocabulary about technology. Several times I used ‘the Technology’ rather than ‘Technology’. After following your lessons, now I gain confident in my English language.

Thanks Emma!! You’re an excelent teacher!!

*excellent… :)

Great lesson, now I’ll understand a lot more when people talks about technology

thanks, emma. I’ve got 100

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Also I want to know about the transition “yet”.

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There are many vocabularies that I have never known before. They are so useful for my IELTS preparation. Thanks Emma :)

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Hello Emma! Thanks for the valuable lesson. I just have one quick question: Could we use all the words in this video for both formal and informal writing? If not, which ones are formal and which ones are not? Thanks in advance

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i used to get a 2600 atary console with many cardrigdes but not an Odissey console in 1980 .it is called videogames. that’s outdated . after i bought a superninterndo console in the early 1990s. they sell in city Lima Perú . in Florida they doesnt sell it anymore . they are obsolete, outdated . maybe through amazon.com you can find it . i think it is a pawn shop . like a good will ,thrift shop .

looks like antique shop . threft shop in Florida . you use gift card , prepaid credit card for the new technology .

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Thank you so much Emma I hope these phrases will be useful in my TOEFL exam.I am technophile in terms of improving my English.

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Hi Emma, I’m a System Analyst and I really love Technology. I am glad, every thing that you said about Technology is what I live with every single. Now I can say, that I’m a technophile,

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Engvid is very user-friendly. By the way, I am Technophile:) Take care.

I don’t know technophobes.

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To be honest, I underestimated the topic of this video until I discovered a world of words due to this lesson. The word “technophile” I strongly believe could be extremely useful in the TOEFL, so thats why I decided to look some other words suffixed with -phile- likewise autophile, aerophile, astrophile, computerphile, bibliophile, gospelphile, pianophile, brandophile, caninophile, americophile… I would say if they are not helpful at the end, at least I increased my vocabulary lol

A few more you may encounter: “Anglophile” and “Francophile” (someone who admires English/French culture), “cinephile” (someone who is an expert or passionate about film), “ailurophile” (someone who loves cats). Not all -phile/-philia words have a positive meaning, however. “Necrophilia” means a sexual interest in dead bodies; a “pedophile” is someone who is sexually interested in children. Both are considered dangerous and disturbing!

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I want to get memorise more words of toelf. what can help me about it? and can you mail me more words about exam? [email protected]

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It’s time to buy a new IPhone X. :)

I’d bought a state of the art computer last month, because I am a techno pile. Also, I studied Information Technology that is why I’m tech-savvy :) :)

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a technophile is someone who has never had sex?

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I am a technophobe, but my friend is a tehnophile.

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This lesson was comprehensive, is good for people who have not contact with tech terms, greetings Emma

Thank you very much for the lessons. I have a lot of fun with the alternatives of the questions, like “Technophile is someone has never had sex”. kkk

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10/10! Great! I’m a technophile. I use internet to learning English recently. Emma is my first internet English teacher. Thanks, Emma!

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I watched this video twice on April 18, 2021, and took the quiz after watching it once. I got 10 correct out of 10.

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IELTS topic vocabulary: technology

This talk will definitely train your listening skills! Pranav Mistry shows various tools he made that help link the physical world with the computer world. He believes there is a big gap between the two and that technology can bridge it.

Should humans adapt to technology or should technology adapt to us? Is technology making us intellectually weaker or more intelligent?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Specific vocabulary terms:

Collocations: digital world, physical world, digital information, open-source .

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IELTS Writing Vocabulary: Technology

Let’s talk about some  technology  terms and phrases. As you probably remember, we go through only the most popular topics of IETLS thus there is high chance that you will have to use these words during your exam.

The digital era / the computer age / new media age.  It is our time, the time of technology and gadgets, Facebook addiction, and knowledge-based society.

Example  : The arrival of the  digital era  was so rapid that we have not yet managed to cope with all the consequences.

Another 3 words which you are very likely to use in you writing or speaking section on technology are:

Innovation / Breakthrough / Revolution

Innovation  is an act of introducing something new. And if we observe rapid dramatic changes, we use revolution. As for technological revolution, it could often be triggered by a breakthrough – an act of making important discoveries.

The internet revolution changed the way that people got and shared information, affecting everything from social relations to the way they work.

Although always with risk, technological breakthroughs promise the most pressing global challenges of our time.

Now let’s discuss some useful word combinations.

Cutting-edge / rocket science / tech-savvy

The adjective  cutting-edge  basically means the most advanced, the latest. For example, cutting-edge technologies. As for  rocket science , it is a slightly less formal expression which means an activity requiring considerable intelligence and ability.

Example  : We also work with universities and other experts to ensure that we remain at the  cutting edge  of technology.

Example  : Millennials are  tech-savvy , thrifty, and more likely to stream entertainment online than other Americans.

Our next term is  Cloud computing . Over the recent decades it has become a buzzword in the IT world. I will explain this term as easily as possible. Cloud computing means that instead of using all the applications physically installed on your computer you can access them over the Internet. They are provided as service by another company. And it applies not only to computer programs, but also to hardware capacity.

Example  : The Google Docs service allows users to upload documents, spreadsheets, and presentations to Google’s data servers and serves as an example of  cloud computing.

And here’re 2 more words: wireless and mobile. Do they have the same meaning? Yes and no. Sometimes you can use either, but they represent different concepts. Let me explain.

Mobile  is a word to describe the nature of devices. A mobile device is one that can be taken anywhere. Usually these devices need a battery to work. But  wireless  does not mean mobile. Many non-mobile devices can connect to wireless networks as well as mobile devices. I hope you feel the difference.

I have also prepared a list of other useful tech related words and phrases. You probably know most of them. But I encourage you to think whether you normally use them while speaking or writing. Do you feel comfortable with them? If some of them confuse you, come up with several sentences to practice their usage. And remember to return to these words after a while.

• user-friendly  – easy to learn, use, understand, or deal with;
• computer literate  – able to use computers and related technology efficiently;
• o bsolete / outdated  – no longer used because something newer exists : replaced by something newer;
• gadget / equipment (a piece of equipment) / appliance / device / hardware
• e-commerce  – activities that relate to the buying and selling of goods and services over the Internet;
• social media  – forms of electronic communication through which users create online communities to share information, ideas, personal messages, and other content;
• blogs  – a Web site on which someone writes about personal opinions, activities, and experiences;
• viral  – quickly and widely circulated from one Internet user to another, as in “a viral video”;
• to browse  – to use a special program (called a browser) to find and look at information on the Internet;
• to download  – to move or copy a file, program, etc., from a usually larger computer system to another computer or device;
• connection  – the state when two or more devices are connected through the Internet or a network;
• cyber  – of, relating to, or involving computers or computer networks (as the Internet);
• privacy  – is the ability of an individual or group to seclude themselves, or information about themselves, and thereby express themselves selectively;
• applications / apps  – is a computer program designed to perform a group of coordinated functions, tasks, or activities for the benefit of the user;
• software  – the programs that run on a computer and perform certain functions.

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