Online Interactions and Communication
A term for websites and apps that allow people to connect and share information.
Social media
A technology that allows devices to connect to the internet wirelessly.
Wi-Fi
the process of exchanging information between individuals or groups. It involves the exchange of ideas, feelings, or facts...
communication
Complete the idiom:
It's not rocket ......
Meaning: it means it's not difficult. In other words, it's easy to do or understand
It's not rocket science.
EX: Cooking a basic omelet is not rocket science. You just need a few eggs and some vegetables.
to hack
To gain unauthorized access to a computer system
Gadget
A small, useful tool or device
When you are not focused and something has taken away your attention, you are....
distracted, distraction
What does "Cutting-edge" mean?
it’s an adjective which is used to describe the latest or most advanced technology or innovation.
How to use it: “Their company is known for developing cutting-edge software solutions.”
The data trail left by someone's online activity. (Information on everything that a person has done online)
Digital footprint
The programs and applications used on a computer.
Software
isolation/isolated
The state of being alone or separated from others
Complete the idiom:
On the same .......
Meaning :when talking about people, it means that you have the same way of thinking, so much so that you understand each other very well.
On the same wavelength
EX :
My date and I were on the same wavelength about so many things. I think it is safe to say that there will be a date number two!
She and her brother were never on the same wavelength, so they often argued growing up.
Cyberbullying
Bullying that takes place online
Tech-savvy
Skilled or knowledgeable about technology
Engagement/engaged
The state of being involved in or interested in something
What does "Pull the plug" mean?
Most technology is powered by electricity, so to stop something from functioning, one can simply remove its plug from the electric socket to kill its energy source. That concept inspired the idiom “[to] pull the plug,” which means to prevent or stop something from continuing or happening.
EX: We are losing money on this project, so although it is a lot of fun, I have no choice but to pull the plug.