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Topic: Computers

delimiter

IPA: /dɪˈlɪmɪtə/

KK: /dɪˈlɪmɪtər/

noun

Definition: A character or sequence of characters that indicates the start or end of a piece of data.

Example: In programming, a comma is often used as a delimiter to separate values in a list.

demultiplexer

IPA: /ˌdiːˌmʌltɪˈplɛksər/

KK: /dɛˈmʌltɪˌplɛksər/

noun

Definition: A device that takes a single input signal and splits it into multiple output signals, allowing for the separation of combined signals.

Example: The engineer used a demultiplexer to route the data signals to different devices.

deployable

IPA: /dɪˈplɔɪəbl/

KK: /dɪˈplɔɪəbl/

adjective

Definition: Capable of being used or put into action, especially in a specific situation or context.

Example: The new software is deployable on various platforms, making it versatile for different users.

deployer

IPA: /dɪˈplɔɪər/

KK: /dɪˈplɔɪər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that puts something into use or action, especially in a strategic way.

Example: The software deployer ensured that the application was ready for users.

deprecated

IPA: /ˈdɛprɪkeɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈdɛprɪkeɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is no longer recommended for use, often because it has been replaced by something better or more efficient.

Example: The old software version is deprecated, and users are encouraged to upgrade to the latest version.

verb

Definition: To express disapproval of something or to suggest that it is no longer suitable or recommended.

Example: The software update deprecated the old features, encouraging users to adopt the new ones instead.

deprecation

IPA: /ˌdɛprɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /dɛprɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of expressing disapproval or criticism of something, often with the hope of preventing it from happening.

Example: The software update included a deprecation of the old features that users had relied on.

descramble

IPA: /dɪˈskræmbl/

KK: /dɪˈskræmbl/

transitive verb

Definition: To rearrange something that has been mixed up or scrambled back into its original order or form.

Example: The teacher asked the students to descramble the jumbled words in the exercise.

descrambler

IPA: /dɪˈskræmblər/

KK: /dɪˈskræmblər/

noun

Definition: A device or tool that converts scrambled information back into a clear and understandable format.

Example: The descrambler allowed us to watch the previously scrambled channels on our television.

deselect

IPA: //diːˈsɛlɛkt//

KK: /dɪˈsɛlɛkt/

verb

Definition: To remove something from a selected state, especially in a software context where you make a choice no longer active.

Example: You can deselect the option if you change your mind.

desktop

IPA: /ˈdɛsk.tɒp/

KK: /ˈdɛsktɒp/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that is intended to be used on a desk or table, such as a computer or telephone.

Example: I prefer using a desktop computer for my work because it has a larger screen.

noun

Definition: The surface of a desk or the main screen area of a computer where icons and windows are displayed.

Example: I organized my files on the desktop of my computer.

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