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[C1 Level] Technology & Communication – English vocabulary

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85 English words with meanings: cache, browser, algorithm, automation, bandwidth… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.

Part of the learning path: C1–C2 Everyday English

Word list

  1. cache /kæʃ/ (noun) — temporary memory
    Example: Clear your browser cache to solve loading issues.
    Synonyms: storage, buffer
  2. browser /'braʊzər/ (noun) — a program to browse the web
    Example: I opened the document in my web browser.
    Synonyms: web browser, navigator
  3. algorithm /'ælɡə,rɪðəm/ (noun) — step-by-step instructions
    Example: The search engine uses a complex algorithm to rank websites.
    Synonyms: formula, procedure, process
  4. automation /,ɔ:tə'meɪʃən/ (noun) — doing tasks automatically
    Example: Automation has changed how factories operate.
    Synonyms: mechanization, robotization
  5. bandwidth /'bændwɪθ/ (noun) — how much data can move at once
    Example: High bandwidth is required for streaming videos.
    Synonyms: capacity, data rate
  6. biometric /,baɪə'mɛtrɪk/ (adj) — using body features to identify people
    Example: Biometric security uses fingerprints or facial recognition.
    Synonyms: biological-identification, genetic
  7. cloud computing /klaʊd kəm'pju:tɪŋ/ (noun) — using the internet to store and run data
    Example: Cloud computing allows access to files anywhere.
    Synonyms: remote computing, online storage
  8. code /koʊd/ (noun) — instructions written for a computer to follow
    Example: He wrote several lines of code to fix the bug.
    Synonyms: program, script
  9. cybersecurity /,saɪbərsɪ'kjʊrɪti/ (noun) — keeping computers and data safe online
    Example: Cybersecurity is crucial for protecting personal data.
    Synonyms: information security, IT security
  10. database /'deɪtə,beɪs/ (noun) — organized data storage
    Example: All information is stored in a secure database.
    Synonyms: data bank, archive
  11. debug /di'bʌɡ/ (verb) — finding and fixing errors
    Example: The developer spent hours debugging the application.
    Synonyms: fix, troubleshoot
  12. digitalize /'dɪdʒɪtəlaɪz/ (verb) — change information into digital form
    Example: The company plans to digitalize its records.
    Synonyms: digitize, computerize
  13. download /'daʊn,loʊd/ (verb) — copy data from the internet to your device
    Example: You can download the app from the store.
    Synonyms: transfer, save
  14. encryption /ɪn'krɪpʃən/ (noun) — turning data into secret code to protect it
    Example: Encryption protects sensitive data online.
    Synonyms: encoding, ciphering
  15. firewall /'faɪər,wɔ:l/ (noun) — a system that blocks unsafe internet traffic
    Example: The firewall blocks unauthorized access.
    Synonyms: security barrier, protection system
  16. firmware /'fɜ:rm,wɛər/ (noun) — software built into a device
    Example: Firmware updates improve hardware performance.
    Synonyms: internal software, microcode
  17. gigabyte /'ɡɪɡə,baɪt/ (noun) — a unit for measuring data size
    Example: My phone has 128 gigabytes of storage.
    Synonyms: GB, data unit
  18. hardware /'hɑ:rd,wɛər/ (noun) — the physical parts of a computer
    Example: Hardware includes the computer’s physical components.
    Synonyms: equipment, device
  19. hashtag /'hæʃ,tæɡ/ (noun) — a symbol used to mark topics on social media
    Example: She added a hashtag to her photo post.
    Synonyms: tag, label
  20. hyperlink /'haɪpərlɪŋk/ (noun) — a clickable path to another page or file
    Example: Click the hyperlink to open the website.
    Synonyms: link, connection
  21. interface /'ɪntər,feɪs/ (noun) — the way a system looks and is used
    Example: The software interface is very friendly.
    Synonyms: user interface, interaction point
  22. malware /'mæl,wɛər/ (noun) — software that harms or steals data
    Example: Be careful, your system may be infected with malware.
    Synonyms: virus, spyware
  23. microchip /'maɪkrə,ʧɪp/ (noun) — a tiny electronic circuit
    Example: Every smartphone has thousands of microchips.
    Synonyms: chip, integrated circuit
  24. network /'nɛt,wɜ:rk/ (noun) — a group of connected systems
    Example: The office computers are connected via a network.
    Synonyms: system, web
  25. notebook /'noʊt,bʊk/ (noun) — a portable computer
    Example: I always carry my notebook to meetings.
    Synonyms: laptop, portable computer
  26. optimize /'ɒptɪmaɪz/ (verb) — make something work better
    Example: We need to optimize the website performance.
    Synonyms: improve, enhance
  27. password /'pæs,wɜ:rd/ (noun) — a secret word to access something
    Example: Never share your password with anyone.
    Synonyms: passcode, login key
  28. phishing /'fɪʃɪŋ/ (noun) — tricking people online to steal information
    Example: Phishing emails try to steal personal information.
    Synonyms: online scam, fraud
  29. platform /'plæt,fɔ:rm/ (noun) — a base system used to build or run services
    Example: The service runs on a digital platform.
    Synonyms: base, framework
  30. plug-in /'plʌɡ ,ɪn/ (noun) — extra software that adds features
    Example: Install a plug-in to add new features.
    Synonyms: extension, add-on

…and 55 more words in this set.

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