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Topic: Computers

access

IPA: /ˈæksɛs/

KK: /ˈæksɛs/

noun

Definition: The ability or opportunity to get to a place, use something, or communicate with someone. It can also refer to the right to enter or use something, like a building or information.

Example: She has access to the restricted area of the building.

transitive verb

Definition: To get into or make use of something, especially information or a place, often through a computer or the internet.

Example: She used a browser to access her bank account online.

addressability

IPA: /əˌdrɛsəˈbɪləti/

KK: /əˌdrɛsəˈbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The ability of a system or device to identify and manage individual elements or points, such as pixels on a screen or data in storage.

Example: The addressability of the new display technology allows for clearer images and more detailed graphics.

addressable

IPA: /əˈdrɛsəbl/

KK: /əˈdrɛsəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be reached or accessed, often used in the context of technology or systems that can be identified by a specific address.

Example: The new software allows for addressable memory, improving data retrieval speeds.

adware

IPA: /ˈæd.wɛər/

KK: /ˈædˌwɛr/

noun

Definition: A type of software that shows advertisements while it is being used, often provided for free to help cover costs.

Example: Many free applications come bundled with adware that displays ads during use.

airdrop

IPA: /ˈɛərˌdrɒp/

KK: /ˈɛrˌdrɒp/

noun

Definition: A method of delivering goods or supplies from an aircraft by dropping them from the sky, usually using parachutes.

Example: The military conducted an airdrop to deliver essential supplies to the remote area.

transitive verb

Definition: To release or deliver something from an aircraft, usually supplies or equipment, to a specific location on the ground.

Example: The military decided to airdrop supplies to the remote village.

algorithm

IPA: //ˈælɡəˌrɪðəm//

KK: /ˈælɡəˌrɪðəm/

noun

Definition: A method or set of rules used to solve a problem or complete a task, often involving a series of steps that can be followed, especially in computing or mathematics.

Example: The algorithm used by the search engine determines the most relevant results for your query.

algorithmic

IPA: /ˌælɡəˈrɪðmɪk/

KK: /ælɡəˈrɪðmɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to a set of rules or steps used to solve a problem or perform a task, often in mathematics or computer science.

Example: The algorithmic approach to problem-solving can lead to more efficient solutions.

algorithmically

IPA: /ˌælɡəˈrɪðmɪkli/

KK: /ælɡəˈrɪðmɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves a set of rules or steps to solve a problem or complete a task.

Example: The data was processed algorithmically to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

aliasing

IPA: /ˈeɪliəsɪŋ/

KK: /ˈeɪliəsɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The effect that causes images or sounds to look or sound distorted, often due to low resolution or insufficient sampling rates.

Example: The image quality suffered from aliasing, making the lines appear jagged and distorted.

alphameric

IPA: /ˌæl.fəˈmɛr.ɪk/

KK: /ˌæl.fəˈmɛr.ɪk/

adjective

Definition: This term refers to a combination of letters and numbers, often used in coding or data entry to represent various types of information.

Example: The code must be in alphameric format to be accepted by the system.

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