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Technology & the Internet in English · C1

60 English words and phrases for technology & the internet, at C1 level. Each entry shows the word, how to read it, what it means, and a full example sentence with translation.

  1. algorithm
    algorithm

    The algorithm recommends videos you like.

    The algorithm recommends videos you like.

  2. cybersecurity
    cybersecurity

    Companies invest heavily in cybersecurity.

    Companies invest heavily in cybersecurity.

  3. compatibility
    compatibility

    Check compatibility before you buy.

    Check compatibility before you buy.

  4. breakthrough
    breakthrough

    The chip is a breakthrough in computing.

    The chip is a breakthrough in computing.

  5. obsolete
    obsolete

    My laptop became obsolete in five years.

    My laptop became obsolete in five years.

  6. encryption
    encryption

    The app uses end-to-end encryption.

    The app uses end-to-end encryption.

  7. bandwidth
    bandwidth

    Video calls eat up bandwidth.

    Video calls eat up bandwidth.

  8. automation
    automation

    Automation reshaped the factory floor.

    Automation reshaped the factory floor.

  9. interface
    interface

    The interface is clean and intuitive.

    The interface is clean and intuitive.

  10. blockchain
    blockchain

    Blockchain technology promises more transparent transactions.

    Blockchain technology promises more transparent transactions.

  11. cryptocurrency
    cryptocurrency

    He lost most of his savings investing in cryptocurrency.

    He lost most of his savings investing in cryptocurrency.

  12. deepfake
    deepfake

    That deepfake video fooled thousands of people.

    That deepfake video fooled thousands of people.

  13. machine learning
    machine learning

    This app uses machine learning to recommend songs.

    This app uses machine learning to recommend songs.

  14. quantum computing
    quantum computing

    Quantum computing could solve problems no ordinary computer can.

    Quantum computing could solve problems no ordinary computer can.

  15. open source
    open source

    This software is open source, so anyone can modify it.

    This software is open source, so anyone can modify it.

  16. big data
    big data

    Companies use big data to predict what customers want.

    Companies use big data to predict what customers want.

  17. digital divide
    digital divide

    The digital divide leaves rural areas without reliable internet.

    The digital divide leaves rural areas without reliable internet.

  18. digital nomad
    digital nomad

    She's been a digital nomad for three years now.

    She's been a digital nomad for three years now.

  19. ransomware
    ransomware

    The hospital's system was locked by ransomware.

    The hospital's system was locked by ransomware.

  20. biometric authentication
    biometric authentication

    The bank app now uses biometric authentication to log in.

    The bank app now uses biometric authentication to log in.

  21. facial recognition
    facial recognition

    My phone unlocks with facial recognition.

    My phone unlocks with facial recognition.

  22. voice assistant
    voice assistant

    I asked my voice assistant to set an alarm.

    I asked my voice assistant to set an alarm.

  23. smart home
    smart home

    We turned our apartment into a smart home.

    We turned our apartment into a smart home.

  24. Internet of Things
    Internet of Things

    The Internet of Things connects everyday devices to the internet.

    The Internet of Things connects everyday devices to the internet.

  25. 5G
    5G

    5G made streaming videos on the subway so much faster.

    5G made streaming videos on the subway so much faster.

  26. augmented reality
    augmented reality

    The app uses augmented reality to show furniture in your room.

    The app uses augmented reality to show furniture in your room.

  27. virtual reality
    virtual reality

    Virtual reality headsets are getting more affordable.

    Virtual reality headsets are getting more affordable.

  28. legacy system
    legacy system

    The bank still runs on an outdated legacy system.

    The bank still runs on an outdated legacy system.

  29. tech disruption
    tech disruption

    Tech disruption wiped out entire industries in a decade.

    Tech disruption wiped out entire industries in a decade.

  30. planned obsolescence
    planned obsolescence

    Some brands are accused of planned obsolescence to boost sales.

    Some brands are accused of planned obsolescence to boost sales.

  31. Technology is a double-edged sword.
    Technology is a double-edged sword.
  32. I'm trying to cut down on screen time.
    I'm trying to cut down on screen time.
  33. The update rolled out to all users overnight.
    The update rolled out to all users overnight.
  34. Technology should serve people, not the other way around.
    Technology should serve people, not the other way around.
  35. The startup disrupted an entire industry.
    The startup disrupted an entire industry.
  36. We're only scratching the surface of what AI can do.
    We're only scratching the surface of what AI can do.
  37. Digital detox weekends keep me sane.
    Digital detox weekends keep me sane.
  38. Blockchain could change the way we handle contracts forever.
    Blockchain could change the way we handle contracts forever.
  39. Investing in cryptocurrency is not for the faint of heart.
    Investing in cryptocurrency is not for the faint of heart.
  40. Deepfakes are blurring the line between real and fake.
    Deepfakes are blurring the line between real and fake.
  41. Machine learning is only as good as the data it's trained on.
    Machine learning is only as good as the data it's trained on.
  42. Quantum computing is still years away from everyday use.
    Quantum computing is still years away from everyday use.
  43. Open source software thrives on community trust.
    Open source software thrives on community trust.
  44. Big data knows more about us than we'd like to admit.
    Big data knows more about us than we'd like to admit.
  45. The digital divide leaves whole communities behind.
    The digital divide leaves whole communities behind.
  46. He gave up his office job to live as a digital nomad.
    He gave up his office job to live as a digital nomad.
  47. A single ransomware attack can bring a company to its knees.
    A single ransomware attack can bring a company to its knees.
  48. Biometric authentication is replacing passwords everywhere.
    Biometric authentication is replacing passwords everywhere.
  49. Facial recognition raises as many questions as it answers.
    Facial recognition raises as many questions as it answers.
  50. Talking to a voice assistant feels normal now.
    Talking to a voice assistant feels normal now.
  51. Smart homes are becoming the new standard, not the exception.
    Smart homes are becoming the new standard, not the exception.
  52. The Internet of Things connects more than just our phones now.
    The Internet of Things connects more than just our phones now.
  53. 5G promised a revolution, but the rollout has been slow.
    5G promised a revolution, but the rollout has been slow.
  54. Augmented reality is changing the way we shop.
    Augmented reality is changing the way we shop.
  55. Virtual reality can't fully replace human connection.
    Virtual reality can't fully replace human connection.
  56. Replacing that legacy system will take years, not months.
    Replacing that legacy system will take years, not months.
  57. Every industry eventually faces its own tech disruption.
    Every industry eventually faces its own tech disruption.
  58. Planned obsolescence keeps us buying things we don't need.
    Planned obsolescence keeps us buying things we don't need.
  59. Innovation moves faster than regulation ever can.
    Innovation moves faster than regulation ever can.
  60. Not every new gadget makes our lives better.
    Not every new gadget makes our lives better.

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