Vocabulary Studio - Day 18
Hardware vs Software, File Extensions, Computer Shortcuts, Download vs Upload, Cloud, Security, Freeze vs Crash, Bug vs Feature
Computer & Internet Vocabulary
Master essential English vocabulary for computers, software, hardware, file management, cloud storage, browser actions, security, developer terms, troubleshooting, and technical job interviews.
Today's Goal: By the end of Day 18, you should be able to:
Module 1: Hardware, Software & File Management (Parts 1–7)
Hardware vs Software, file extensions (.pdf, .py, .json), and file/mouse action verbs.
🖥️ Part 2: Hardware vs Software
📁 Part 4: Common File Extensions
🔥 Part 8: 15 Must-Know Keyboard Shortcuts
Module 3: Internet, Browser & Cloud Terminology (Parts 9–15)
Download vs Upload trick, Browser actions, Refresh/Reload, and Cloud storage.
📥 Part 14: Download vs Upload (Easy Rule)
🌐 Browser & Cloud Terms
• Browser: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari
• Browser actions: Open tab, Bookmark, Clear cache, Incognito mode
• Cloud Storage: Files stored on remote internet servers ("Stored in the cloud.")
Module 4: Security, Computer Problems & Troubleshooting (Parts 16–30)
Freeze vs Crash, "Running slowly", Restart vs Reset, Cache, and Malware/Phishing security terms.
🚨 Part 24: Freeze vs Crash
• Freeze: Computer/App stops responding ("My laptop froze.")
• Crash: Program suddenly closes ("Chrome crashed.")
🐌 Part 25: "Running Slowly"
❌ Never say: "My computer is slow working."
🔄 Parts 28 & 29: Restart & Cache
• Restart: Turn off and on again
• Reset: Restore to factory default
• Cache: Temporary browser storage ("Clear cache")
Module 5: Developer & Tech Industry Terms (Parts 39–44)
Bug vs Feature, API, Frontend, Backend, Database, and Repository terms.
🐛 Part 40 & 41: Bug vs Feature Distinction
"A problem or flaw in the application code. We need to fix this bug before release."
"A useful function or capability built into software. We are building a new dark mode feature."
⚠️ Parts 52 & 57: 10 Common Tech English Mistakes Fixed
❌ My laptop is hanging.
✅ My laptop keeps freezing.
❌ My net is not working.
✅ My internet isn't working.
❌ Open the internet.
✅ Open the browser.
❌ My Wi-Fi is not coming.
✅ My Wi-Fi keeps disconnecting.
❌ Do one thing, restart laptop.
✅ Try restarting the laptop.
❌ Do refresh.
✅ Refresh the page.
❌ Give me your hotspot.
✅ Could you share your hotspot with me?
❌ Send me link once.
✅ Please send me the link.
❌ Website is not opening.
✅ The website isn't loading.
❌ Software is having bug.
✅ There's a bug in the software.
Fill in the Blanks Tech Quiz (10 Questions)
Test your computer & internet vocabulary.
1. Please ________ the file to the website.
2. I'll ________ the PDF to my laptop.
3. My computer keeps ________.
4. Please ________ the page.
5. There's a ________ in the application.
6. I need to ________ the software.
7. Please send me the ________.
8. My internet connection keeps ________.
9. Try ________ your computer.
10. I saved the document in a ________.
🔄 Parts 55 & 56: Hindi → English Tech Translation (15 Sentences)
1. मेरा कंप्यूटर बहुत धीमा चल रहा है।
2. मेरा इंटरनेट काम नहीं कर रहा है।
3. कृपया मुझे लिंक भेज दो।
4. मैं फाइल डाउनलोड कर रहा हूँ।
5. कृपया फाइल वेबसाइट पर upload कर दो।
6. वेबसाइट load नहीं हो रही है।
7. क्या आप अपना screen share कर सकते हैं?
8. मेरा Wi-Fi बार-बार disconnect हो रहा है।
9. कृपया page refresh करके देखें।
10. मुझे software update करना है।
11. Application में एक bug है।
12. मैंने problem fix कर दी है।
13. कृपया computer restart करें।
14. मैंने document folder में save कर दिया है।
15. क्या आपने email attachment download किया?
Module 9: Technical Interview Practice & Final Challenge (Part 60)
5 technical interview answers and troubleshooting speech challenge.
🎤 Part 60: Technical Interview Questions & Answers
Hardware refers to physical components we can touch (RAM, CPU, Monitor). Software refers to programs that run on the computer (Windows, Chrome, Python).
Download means transferring data from a remote server to your local device. Upload means sending data from your local device to a remote server.
🏆 Final Day 18 Troubleshooting Challenge
"I'm having some problems with my laptop. The internet connection keeps dropping, and the application keeps crashing. I've already tried refreshing the page, but the problem is still there. I'll restart my laptop and check the network settings. I'll also update the application. If the problem continues, I'll contact technical support."
🎯 Day 18 Achievement Checklist (Mark as Accomplished)
Interactive Vocabulary Bank & Flashcards
Search and mark individual words as learned.
/ˈkiː tɜːrm/
Definition: Fundamental vocabulary concept required for mastery on Day 18
/ˈækʃn freɪz/
Definition: High-frequency expressive phrase used in daily and professional English
/dɪˈskrɪptɪv/
Definition: Nuanced descriptive expression to elevate conversational depth