Technology buzzwords
A ____________ is an online platform where people regularly post articles or opinions.
blog
Turn to passive:
Hackers have attacked the network.
The network has been attacked by hackers.
Options: additionally, for example, as a result, on the other hand, in fact
The new software update improves security. __________, it enhances performance.
Additionally
A ______________ is a large outdoor sign used for advertising.
billboard
Oh, he really loves pizza, _____________?
doesn't he
____________ stores data online, allowing users to access files from any internet-connected device.
The cloud
Turn to passive:
Programmers write code for artificial intelligence systems.
Code for artificial intelligence systtems is written by programmers.
Options: additionally, as a result, for instance
Artificial intelligence is changing industries. __________, it has applications in healthcare, finance, and education.
for instance
"Short ads that scroll at the bottom of TV screens."
This is the definition of...
(news) crawl
You have seen that movie already, ______________?
haven't you
"Copy (data) from one computer system to another, typically over the internet."
This is the definition of...
Download
Turn to active:
The bugs will be fixed by the app developers by the next update.
The app developers will fix the bugs by the next update.
Options: likewise, therefore, on the other hand
The website experienced a security breach. __________, many users were concerned about the safety of their personal data.
therefore
A popular way to advertise locally is by distributing ____________ at events or on streets.
fliers
I'm the best baseball player here, _____________?
aren't I
Wi-Fi is a _______________ technology used to connect computers, tablets, smartphones and other devices to the internet.
wireless
Use passive or active voice:
"Every year, engineers __________ (design) millions of devices to be more efficient, and new technologies __________ (implement) to reduce energy consumption."
"Every year, engineers design millions of devices to be more efficient, and new technologies are implemented to reduce energy consumption."
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Many users encountered errors with the application. They continued using it despite the problems.
Many users encountered errors with the application. Nevertheless, they continued using it despite the problems.
Companies pay a lot to have their _____________ displayed at the top of popular websites.
banner ads
There is no one in this place, _____________?
is there
____________ refers to the use of algorithms that mimic human decision-making.
Artificial Intelligence
Use passive voice:
Currently, new technologies __________ (develop) by the company to make cell phones faster and more efficient. So far, programmers __________ (add) many new features to improve user experience. The new version of the software __________ (release) next month.
Currently, new technologies are being developed by the company to make cell phones faster and more efficient. So far, programmers have added many new features to improve user experience. The new version of the software will be released next month.
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Cloud storage is used by many businesses to store their data. Virtual private networks (VPNs) offer a secure way to access data remotely.
Cloud storage is used by many businesses to store their data. Similarly, virtual private networks (VPNs) offer a secure way to access data remotely.
A quick way to advertise a message or political stance while driving is by using ________________.
bumper stickers
do they