In this title, terms are explained in clear, simple English, with phonetic pronunciation for all main entries. The dictionary is ideal for anyone studying ICT, including non-native English speakers.
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C1symbol the hexadecimal number equivalent to decimal 12
C2noun a high level programming language developed mainly for writing structured systems programs (NOTE: The C language was originally developed for and with the UNIX operating system.)
C++ /ˌsiː plʌs ˈplʌs/ noun a high-level programming language based on its predecessor, C, but providing object-oriented programming functions
cable /ˈkeɪb(ə)l/ noun a flexible conducting electrical or optical link ○The cable has the wrong connector for this printer.
cable modem /ˌkeɪb(ə)l ˈməʊdem/ noun a device that links a computer to the Internet via an existing cable television line. This system provides high speed access to the Internet by sharing the coaxial cable that is used to distribute cable television signals.
cabling /ˈkeɪblɪŋ/ noun cable as a material ○Using high-quality cabling will allow the user to achieve very high data transfer rates.
‘It has won a £500,000 contract to supply a structured voice and data cabling system to the bank and its stockbrocking subsidiary.’ [Computing]
cache /kæʃ/ noun a section of memory used to store a temporary copy of selected data for faster access. Also called cache memory ■ verb to file or store in a cache ○This CPU caches instructions so improves performance by 15 percent.
cache memory /ˈkæʃˌmem(ə)ri/ noun same as cache
CAD /kæd/ noun the use of a computer and graphics terminal to help a designer in his work ○All our engineers design on CAD workstations. Full form computer-aided design, computer-assisted design
‘John Smith of CAD supplier CAD/CAM Limited has moved into sales with responsibilities for the North of England. He was previously a technical support specialist.’ [Computing]
CAD/CAMnoun interaction between computers used for designing and those for manufacturing a product
caddy /ˈkædi/ noun
CD caddy
CAE /ˌsiː eɪˈiː/ noun the use of a computer to help an engineer solve problems or calculate design or product specifications. Full form computer-aided engineering, computer-assisted engineering
CAI /ˌsiː eɪˈaɪ/ noun the use of a computer to assist in teaching a subject. Full form computer-aided instruction, computer-assisted instruction
CAL /ˌsiː eɪˈel/ noun the use of a computer to assist pupils to learn a subject. Full form computer-aided learning, computer-assisted learning
calculate /ˈkælkjʊˌleɪt/ verb1. to find the answer to a problem using numbers ○The DP manager calculated the rate for key-boarding. 2. to estimate ○I calculate that we have six months’ stock left.
calculating machine /ˈkælkjʊleɪtɪŋ məˌʃiːn/ noun a machine which calculates
calculation /ˌkælkjʊˈleɪʃ(ə)n/ noun the answer to a problem in mathematics
calculator /ˈkælkjʊˌleɪtə/ noun an electronic machine which works out the answers to numerical problems ○My pocket calculator needs a new battery.
Calculator /ˈkælkjʊˌleɪtə/ a software utility that is supplied with Windows, works just like a normal calculator and is started by double-clicking on the Calculator icon in the Accessories group
