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computer (electronic device for processing data)

An electronic device used for work, study, and accessing the internet.

laptop (portable computer)

A portable computer that can be carried around easily.

phone (mobile/smartphone)

Short for mobile phone or smartphone; the most common everyday device.

tablet (flat touchscreen device)

A flat, touchscreen device larger than a phone, used for reading and browsing.

screen (display surface of a device)

The flat surface of a device where images and text appear.

website (collection of pages on the internet)

A set of connected pages on the internet belonging to one organisation or person.

email (electronic message)

An electronic message sent over the internet; also the system itself.

to email (send an electronic message)

To send someone an electronic message.

to download (copy data from the internet to a device)

To copy data from the internet onto your device.

to upload (send data from a device to the internet)

To send data from your device to the internet.

password (secret code for access)

A secret word or set of characters used to access an account or device.

to click (press with a mouse or tap on screen)

To press a button on a mouse or tap something on a screen.

to search (look for information online)

To look for information online using a search engine.

to send (deliver a message or file electronically)

To deliver a message, file, or email to someone electronically.

to share (make content available to others online)

To make a file or post available to others online.

to connect (link a device to a network or internet)

To join a device to a network, the internet, or another device.

software (programs that run on a device)

The programs and apps that run on a device; uncountable.

data (digital information; also mobile internet allowance)

Information stored or used by a computer; also mobile internet allowance.

battery (power source of a device)

The part of a device that stores power.

to charge (refill a device's battery)

To put electrical power into a device's battery.

internet (the global network)

The global network that connects computers and devices worldwide.

Wi-Fi (wireless internet connection)

A wireless connection to the internet.

account (registered profile on a service)

A personal profile registered with a website or service.

to log in (enter credentials to access an account)

To enter your username and password to access an account.

update (new improved version of software)

A new version of software that fixes or improves it.

to install (add software onto a device)

To add software or an app onto a device.

file (stored piece of digital data)

A piece of data stored on a computer, such as a document or photo.

to save (store data so it is not lost)

To store work or data so it is not lost.

screenshot (captured image of a screen)

An image showing what is on a device's screen at a moment.

charger (device for recharging a battery)

The cable or device used to recharge a battery.

mouse (device for controlling the on-screen pointer)

A small device moved by hand to control the pointer on a screen.

browser (program for viewing websites)

The program used to look at websites.

link (clickable connection to another page)

A clickable connection that takes you to another page or file.

message (text sent to someone digitally)

A short piece of text sent to someone via phone or an app.

to text (send a written message by phone)

To send someone a written message by phone.

social media (platforms for sharing and connecting online)

Websites and apps where people share content and connect.

to post (publish content online)

To publish something online for others to see.

to back up (make a safety copy of data)

To make a copy of data in case the original is lost.

to turn on (start a device)

To start a device by switching on its power.

to turn off (stop a device)

To stop a device by switching off its power.

to type (write using a keyboard)

To write using a keyboard.

username (name used to log into an account)

The name you use to identify yourself when logging into an account.

device (piece of electronic equipment)

A general word for a piece of electronic equipment.

the cloud (online storage on the internet)

Online storage where files are kept on the internet rather than a device.

charge (amount of power in a battery)

The amount of power left in a battery.

to crash (suddenly stop working, of software/devices)

When a program or device suddenly stops working.

to browse (look casually at websites)

To look at different websites without a particular goal.

to scroll (move content up/down on a screen)

To move text or images up, down, or sideways on a screen.

settings (configuration options of a device/app)

The part of a device or app where you change how it works.

notification (automatic alert from an app)

An automatic message or alert from an app or device.

smartphone (internet-capable mobile phone)

A mobile phone that can connect to the internet and run apps.

wireless (working without cables)

Working without cables or wires.

to sign up (register for a service)

To register for a service or create a new account.

app (software application, esp. on a phone)

A program on a phone or computer for a specific purpose; originally informal shorthand for 'application'.

network (connected devices sharing data; also the cellular system providing mobile coverage)

A group of connected computers or devices; also a mobile/Wi-Fi signal.

online (connected to/available on the internet)

Connected to or available on the internet.

to delete (remove data — moved to trash or deleted permanently depending on context)

To remove a file, message, or data permanently.

keyboard (set of keys for typing)

The set of keys used to type on a computer or device.

virus (harmful computer program)

A harmful program that can damage a computer or steal data.

memory (storage space on a device in everyday use; technically refers to RAM)

The space in a device for storing data.

mobile phone (British English; American: cell phone)

British English word for a mobile/cellular telephone.

cell phone (American English; British: mobile)

American English word for a mobile/cellular telephone.