40. technology 1 Flashcards
a scientific procedure undertaken to make a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact.
Government scientists later used the mine for #experiments on seismic detection of underground explosions.
the action or process of innovating.
High levels of social interaction can favour #innovation and the exchange of ideas.
a person who regularly writes material for a blog.
A #blogger who goes by Kmart Lover on social media has tearfully defended saying ‘white is right’ on a post about duvet covers.
a sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development.
It is true that not many major #breakthroughs are achieved by mathematicians over the age of 40, but this may well be for sociological reasons.
the programs and other operating information used by a computer.
What’s important is to get the client using the blog #software and seeing the value in it.
(of a device or process) working by itself with little or no direct human control.
The calibration process is completely #automatic.
remove or obliterate (written or printed matter), especially by drawing a line through it or marking it with a delete sign.
Because a CD-ROM is static, there will never be a #delete or update.
made more modern or up to date.
In a tweet, Pompeo said the #updated Mutual Defense Cooperation Agreement agreement is “a strategic touchstone in our defense relationship.
(of information, measurements, statistics, etc.) correct in all details; exact.
The corrected equation therefore makes a more #accurate prediction.
a planned series of future events, items, or performances.
An extensive #programme of activities will be put on to promote physical development and make a positive impact on the health of residents of the borough.
reach or attain (a desired objective, level, or result) by effort, skill, or courage.
Why have the most expensive professionals in the game #achieved such paltry results?
bring together or into contact so that a real or notional link is established.
If one has a computer that is #connected to the Internet, the temptation for surfing is often very high.
of, relating to, or using technology.
It’s remarkably good to be living through this part of the #technological revolution.
made or produced by human beings rather than occurring naturally, typically as a copy of something natural.
But we do have to answer the question, what do we do when other countries seek an #artificial advantage?
raise (something) to a higher standard, in particular improve (equipment or machinery) by adding or replacing components.
Make sure you can #upgrade your computer’s memory as and when required.
