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Collocations on Technology – English vocabulary

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51 English words with meanings: surf the web, go offline, cutting-edge technology, go viral online, high-speed internet… Study them with flashcards, quizzes…

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  1. surf the web /sɜ:f ðə wɛb/ (verb phrase) — browse the web
    Example: He spends time surfing the web every evening.
    Synonyms: browse online, explore websites
  2. go offline /ɡoʊ 'ɒf,laɪn/ (verb phrase) — not connected to the internet
    Example: You should go offline to focus on your work.
    Synonyms: disconnect, log off
  3. cutting-edge technology /'kʌtɪŋ ,ɛdʒ tɛk'nɒlədʒi/ (noun) — latest technology
    Example: The company invests heavily in cutting-edge technology.
    Synonyms: state-of-the-art technology, advanced technology
  4. go viral online /ɡoʊ 'vaɪrəl 'ɒn,laɪn/ (verb phrase) — spread fast online
    Example: The video went viral online within hours.
    Synonyms: spread quickly, become popular online
  5. high-speed internet /haɪ spi:d 'ɪntər,nɛt/ (noun) — very fast internet connection
    Example: High-speed internet is essential for remote work.
    Synonyms: fast internet, broadband
  6. digital era /'dɪdʒɪtəl 'ɪərə/ (noun) — digital age
    Example: We live in a digital era where information is easily accessible.
    Synonyms: information age, technological age
  7. social networking site /'soʊʃəl 'nɛtwɜ:kɪŋ saɪt/ (noun) — social media site
    Example: Facebook is a popular social networking site.
    Synonyms: social media platform, online community
  8. artificial intelligence /,ɑ:tɪ'fɪʃəl ɪn'tɛlɪdʒəns/ (noun) — computers that can think and learn
    Example: Artificial intelligence is transforming many industries.
    Synonyms: AI, machine intelligence
  9. technological innovation /,tɛknə'lɒdʒɪkəl ,ɪnə'veɪʃən/ (noun) — new and better technology
    Example: Technological innovation has improved healthcare delivery.
    Synonyms: tech advancement, innovation
  10. data privacy /'deɪtə 'praɪvəsi/ (noun) — keeping personal data private
    Example: Data privacy is a growing concern in the digital age.
    Synonyms: information security, data protection
  11. cyber security /'saɪbər sɪ'kjʊərɪti/ (noun) — protecting computers and data from attacks
    Example: Companies must invest in cyber security to protect sensitive data.
    Synonyms: IT security, online protection
  12. cloud computing /klaʊd kəm'pju:tɪŋ/ (noun) — using the internet to store and run data
    Example: Cloud computing allows us to store files online.
    Synonyms: online storage, remote computing
  13. digital literacy /'dɪdʒɪtəl 'lɪtərəsi/ (noun) — ability to use digital tools well
    Example: Digital literacy is essential for modern education.
    Synonyms: computer literacy, IT knowledge
  14. mobile application /'moʊbaɪl ,æplɪ'keɪʃən/ (noun) — an app used on a phone
    Example: Many startups focus on developing new mobile applications.
    Synonyms: app, mobile app
  15. online learning /'ɒn,laɪn 'lɜ:nɪŋ/ (noun) — learning through the internet
    Example: Online learning has become more popular during the pandemic.
    Synonyms: e-learning, distance education
  16. wearable device /'wɛərəbl dɪ'vaɪs/ (noun) — devices you wear on your body
    Example: Wearable devices track our daily activity levels.
    Synonyms: smartwatch, fitness tracker
  17. breakthrough technology /'breɪkθru: tɛk'nɒlədʒi/ (noun) — technology that changes things greatly
    Example: Solar energy is a breakthrough technology for sustainability.
    Synonyms: revolutionary technology, innovative tech
  18. digital transformation /'dɪdʒɪtəl ,trænsfə'meɪʃən/ (noun) — using digital tools to change how work is done
    Example: Digital transformation helps companies stay competitive.
    Synonyms: digital change, tech transformation
  19. technological advancement /,tɛknə'lɒdʒɪkəl əd'vɑ:nsmənt/ (noun) — technology getting better over time
    Example: Technological advancement has improved healthcare systems.
    Synonyms: innovation, progress
  20. update software /'ʌp,deɪt 'sɒftwɛər/ (verb phrase) — install a newer version of software
    Example: You should regularly update your software to fix bugs.
    Synonyms: upgrade software, refresh program
  21. access the internet /'æksɛs ði 'ɪntərnɛt/ (verb phrase) — get on or use the internet
    Example: Students can access the internet at the library.
    Synonyms: go online, connect to the internet
  22. download a file /'daʊn,loʊd ə faɪl/ (verb phrase) — save a file from the internet
    Example: I need to download a file from the website.
    Synonyms: save file, retrieve data
  23. upload a document /'ʌp,loʊd ə 'dɒkjʊmənt/ (verb phrase) — send a file to the internet
    Example: Please upload your document before the deadline.
    Synonyms: send file, transfer document
  24. innovative solution /'ɪnəvətɪv sə'lu:ʃən/ (noun) — a new and creative solution
    Example: The team proposed an innovative solution to the problem.
    Synonyms: creative solution, novel idea
  25. digital divide /'dɪdʒɪtəl dɪ'vaɪd/ (noun) — gap between people with and without technology
    Example: The digital divide separates rural and urban communities.
    Synonyms: technology gap, information gap
  26. user-friendly interface /'ju:zər 'frɛndli 'ɪntər,feɪs/ (noun) — easy to use design
    Example: The app has a user-friendly interface.
    Synonyms: easy-to-use design, intuitive interface
  27. remote work /rɪ'moʊt wɜ:k/ (noun) — working from home or another place
    Example: Remote work is becoming more common.
    Synonyms: telecommuting, work from home
  28. software engineer /'sɒftwɛər ,ɛnʤɪ'nɪər/ (noun) — a person who makes computer software
    Example: He works as a software engineer at a tech company.
    Synonyms: programmer, developer
  29. hardware component /'hɑ:rdwɛər kəm'poʊnənt/ (noun) — the physical parts of a computer
    Example: Every computer has several hardware components.
    Synonyms: device part, physical element
  30. computer virus /kəm'pju:tər 'vaɪrəs/ (noun) — a harmful program that damages computers
    Example: A computer virus can corrupt important files.
    Synonyms: malware, spyware

…and 21 more words in this set.

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