How to use this lesson: read each item aloud, notice the collocation, cover the definition and retrieve the word from memory. Then use at least three items in your own sentences.
10 useful words and phrases
download
To copy data from the internet to your device.
Example: You can download the app for free.
Natural collocation: download an update
network
A connected system of computers or devices.
Example: The office network is temporarily unavailable.
Natural collocation: wireless network
update
A new version designed to improve software.
Example: The latest update fixes several bugs.
Natural collocation: software update
automate
To make a process operate with little human input.
Example: The tool can automate repetitive tasks.
Natural collocation: automate a process
algorithm
A set of rules a computer follows to solve a problem.
Example: The platform uses an algorithm to rank results.
Natural collocation: search algorithm
cybersecurity
Protection of systems and data from digital attacks.
Example: Staff receive annual cybersecurity training.
Natural collocation: cybersecurity risk
backup
A copy of data kept in case the original is lost.
Example: Keep a backup of important files.
Natural collocation: create a backup
notification
A message or alert from an app or system.
Example: I turned off unnecessary notifications.
Natural collocation: push notification
device
A piece of electronic equipment.
Example: This device connects to the network automatically.
Natural collocation: mobile device
software
Programs used by a computer.
Example: We updated the software yesterday.
Natural collocation: install software
Quick vocabulary check
- 1. Which word means “to copy data from the internet to your device”? download
- 2. Which word means “a connected system of computers or devices”? network
- 3. Which word means “a new version designed to improve software”? update
- 4. Which word means “to make a process operate with little human input”? automate
- 5. Which word means “a set of rules a computer follows to solve a problem”? algorithm
Make the vocabulary active
Choose five items above and make them personal. Say one true sentence about your life, work, studies or experience for each item. For stronger recall, return tomorrow and try to reproduce the collocations without looking.