Kosakata TOEFL 7: Technology
Pelajari 12 kata berikut beserta arti dan contoh kalimatnya, lalu uji ingatanmu lewat kuis di bagian bawah.
algorithm (n) — algoritma
a set of steps followed to solve a problem or complete a task
The app uses an algorithm to recommend songs based on listening habits.
automate (v) — mengotomatisasi
to make a process operate automatically
The factory automated much of its assembly line to increase efficiency.
digital (adj) — digital
relating to data stored or transmitted electronically
Most libraries now offer digital versions of their books.
innovate (v) — berinovasi
to introduce new methods or ideas
Startups must constantly innovate to stay competitive.
network (n) — jaringan
a system of connected computers or people
The company upgraded its internal network for faster data transfer.
software (n) — perangkat lunak
programs used to operate computers
The company released new software to fix the security issue.
upgrade (v/n) — meningkatkan, pembaruan
to improve to a better or more advanced version
Users were asked to upgrade their apps to the latest version.
virtual (adj) — virtual, maya
existing in a computer-generated environment rather than physically
The conference was held in a virtual format this year.
device (n) — perangkat
a piece of equipment designed for a specific purpose
Wearable devices can track heart rate throughout the day.
interface (n) — antarmuka
the point where a user interacts with a system
The app's interface was redesigned to be more user-friendly.
encrypt (v) — mengenkripsi
to convert information into a secure code
All customer data is encrypted before being stored.
artificial (adj) — buatan, artifisial
made by humans, not occurring naturally
Artificial intelligence is increasingly used in everyday applications.
Kuis
1. What does 'algorithm' most nearly mean?
- A type of computer virus
- A legal software license
- A set of steps followed to solve a problem
- A physical computer part
Lihat jawaban dan pembahasan
Jawaban: C. A set of steps followed to solve a problem
'Algorithm' berarti serangkaian langkah untuk menyelesaikan masalah.
2. The factory ___ much of its assembly line to increase efficiency.
- upgraded
- automated
- innovated
- encrypted
Lihat jawaban dan pembahasan
Jawaban: B. automated
'Automate' berarti membuat proses berjalan otomatis.
3. What does 'digital' most nearly mean?
- Relating to data stored or transmitted electronically
- An outdated technology
- A type of physical hardware
- Related to printed paper only
Lihat jawaban dan pembahasan
Jawaban: A. Relating to data stored or transmitted electronically
'Digital' berarti berkaitan dengan data elektronik.
4. The company upgraded its internal ___ for faster data transfer.
- network
- interface
- software
- device
Lihat jawaban dan pembahasan
Jawaban: A. network
'Network' berarti sistem komputer yang saling terhubung.
5. What does 'virtual' most nearly mean?
- Existing in a computer-generated environment
- Completely broken
- Physically located in an office
- Extremely expensive
Lihat jawaban dan pembahasan
Jawaban: A. Existing in a computer-generated environment
'Virtual' berarti ada dalam lingkungan buatan komputer, bukan fisik.
6. The app's ___ was redesigned to be more user-friendly.
- encryption
- algorithm
- interface
- network
Lihat jawaban dan pembahasan
Jawaban: C. interface
'Interface' berarti titik interaksi pengguna dengan sistem.
7. What does 'encrypt' most nearly mean?
- To convert information into a secure code
- To delete data permanently
- To publish data openly
- To slow down a network
Lihat jawaban dan pembahasan
Jawaban: A. To convert information into a secure code
'Encrypt' berarti mengubah informasi menjadi kode yang aman.
8. ___ intelligence is increasingly used in everyday applications.
- Automated
- Artificial
- Virtual
- Digital
Lihat jawaban dan pembahasan
Jawaban: B. Artificial
'Artificial intelligence' adalah istilah baku untuk kecerdasan buatan.