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Topic: Computers

throttling

IPA: /ˈθrɒt.lɪŋ/

KK: /ˈθrɔtəlɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of reducing the speed or amount of data that can be transmitted over a network to prevent congestion.

Example: The internet service provider is throttling the connection during peak hours to manage traffic.

verb

Definition: To limit or control the amount of something, often used in the context of reducing speed or power.

Example: The company is throttling the internet speed for users who exceed their data limit.

thruput

IPA: /ˈθruːpʊt/

KK: /θruːpʊt/

noun

Definition: The amount of data or material that can be processed or transmitted in a given time period.

Example: The network's thruput increased significantly after the upgrade.

thunk

IPA: /θʌŋk/

KK: /θʌŋk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To produce a low, dull sound, often when something heavy falls or hits a surface.

Example: The book fell off the shelf and made a loud thunk on the floor.

noun

Definition: A dull sound made when something heavy falls or hits a surface.

Example: I heard a loud thunk when the book fell off the shelf.

tilde

IPA: /ˈtɪl.deɪ/

KK: /tɪl.də/

noun

Definition: A symbol (~) used in writing, often placed over letters to change their pronunciation or meaning, such as in Spanish and Portuguese. It can also represent approximation in mathematics or logic.

Example: In Spanish, the word 'cañon' uses a tilde over the letter 'n'.

timeout

IPA: /ˈtaɪmaʊt/

KK: /ˈtaɪmaʊt/

noun

Definition: A period during which a person or a system stops working or is temporarily suspended, often due to a set time limit.

Example: After a long discussion, we decided to take a timeout to gather our thoughts.

toggle

IPA: /ˈtɒɡl/

KK: /ˈtɑɡəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To switch back and forth between two or more options, often using a button or key.

Example: She toggled between the two apps on her phone.

noun

Definition: A device or piece that is used to hold or secure something, often preventing it from slipping or allowing it to be tightened.

Example: He used a toggle to secure the rope in place during the sailing trip.

transitive verb

Definition: To switch or change something between two states, such as on and off.

Example: You can toggle the switch to turn the light on or off.

toolbar

IPA: /ˈtʊlˌbɑːr/

KK: /ˈtʊlˌbɑr/

noun

Definition: A row of icons on a computer screen that allows users to quickly access commands or functions by clicking on them.

Example: You can find the save button on the toolbar at the top of the screen.

touchpad

IPA: /ˈtʌtʃpæd/

KK: /ˈtʌtʃpæd/

noun

Definition: A flat surface that detects finger movement and is used to control a computer's cursor, often found on laptops instead of a mouse.

Example: I prefer using the touchpad on my laptop rather than a mouse.

trackball

IPA: /ˈtrækbɔːl/

KK: /ˈtrækˌbɔl/

noun

Definition: A device used to control the movement of a cursor on a computer screen, consisting of a ball that can be rotated while being housed in a stationary base.

Example: She prefers using a trackball instead of a traditional mouse for her computer work.

trackpad

IPA: /ˈtrækˌpæd/

KK: /trækˌpæd/

noun

Definition: A flat surface on a laptop or computer that detects finger movement and allows users to control the cursor on the screen.

Example: I prefer using a trackpad over a mouse for my laptop.

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