Английский для айтишников. Tech English: Язык программистов и IT-специалистов. Радмила Шарифьянова

is the role of a switch in a computer network?

      – Translate the following sentence into Russian: «Firewalls protect networks by monitoring incoming and outgoing traffic.»

      – Define MAC addresses.

      Sample answers:

      – The role of a switch in a computer network is to connect multiple devices and allow them to communicate with each other using MAC addresses.

      – «Брандмауэры защищают сети, контролируя входящий и исходящий трафик.»

      – MAC addresses are unique identifiers assigned to network devices for communication purposes.

      The Importance of Upgrading Hardware for Efficient Performance

      In the world of technology, hardware upgrades are just as important as software updates. While software updates improve functionality and security, hardware upgrades enhance performance, speed, and overall efficiency. IT specialists should prioritize hardware upgrades to ensure that their systems can keep up with the ever-evolving technological landscape.

      One example of a necessary hardware upgrade is upgrading RAM (Random Access Memory). RAM is responsible for temporarily storing data that your computer uses to carry out tasks. If your computer has insufficient RAM, it will struggle to handle multiple applications and may become slow and unresponsive. Upgrading RAM can significantly improve your computer’s performance and speed.

      Another crucial hardware upgrade is replacing an old hard drive with a solid-state drive (SSD). SSDs offer faster read and write speeds, which result in faster boot times, faster file transfers, and improved overall system performance. Additionally, SSDs are more durable and less prone to physical damage than traditional hard drives.

      IT specialists should also consider upgrading their graphics cards if they work with graphics-intensive applications such as video editing or gaming. A high-end graphics card can significantly improve the speed and quality of rendering, resulting in smoother video playback and faster processing times.

      In summary, hardware upgrades are essential for optimal performance and efficiency in the constantly evolving technological landscape. Upgrading RAM, switching to an SSD, and upgrading graphics cards are just some examples of how IT specialists can ensure that their systems can keep up with the demands of modern technology.

      Vocabulary

      hardware upgrades – обновление оборудования

      software updates – обновления программного обеспечения

      functionality – функциональность

      security – безопасность

      enhance – улучшать

      performance – производительность

      speed – скорость

      efficiency – эффективность

      prioritize – давать приоритет

      evolving – развивающийся

      landscape – ландшафт

      RAM (Random Access Memory) – оперативная память

      temporarily – временно

      data – данные

      insufficient – недостаточный

      struggle – бороться

      handle – обрабатывать

      applications – приложения

      unresponsive – неотзывчивый

      significantly – значительно

      solid-state drive (SSD) – твердотельный накопитель

      read and write speeds – скорости чтения и записи

      boot times – время загрузки

      file transfers – передача файлов

      durable – прочный

      prone – склонный

      physical damage – физический ущерб

      graphics cards – графические карты

      graphics-intensive – графически интенсивные

      video editing – видеомонтаж

      gaming – игры

      high-end – высококачественный

      smoother – более плавный

      playback – воспроизведение

      processing times – время обработки

      Tasks

      – What are some examples of hardware upgrades that can enhance system performance?

      – Why is upgrading RAM important?

      – What are the benefits of using an SSD instead of a traditional hard drive?

      – Who should consider upgrading their graphics card? Why?

      – What are some advantages of a high-end graphics card?

      Sample answers:

      – Some examples of hardware upgrades that can enhance system performance are upgrading RAM, replacing an old hard drive with an SSD, and upgrading graphics cards.

      – Upgrading RAM is important because it allows your computer to handle multiple applications without becoming slow or unresponsive.

      – Using an SSD instead of a traditional hard drive offers faster read and write speeds, resulting in faster boot times, faster file transfers, and improved overall system performance. Additionally, SSDs are more durable and less prone to physical damage.

      – IT specialists who work with graphics-intensive applications such as video editing or gaming should consider upgrading their graphics card. A high-end graphics card can significantly improve the speed and quality of rendering, resulting in smoother video playback and faster processing times.

      – Some advantages of a high-end graphics card include faster rendering, smoother video playback, and faster processing times. Additionally, high-end graphics cards can handle more complex graphics-intensive applications, making them ideal for professionals who work with graphic design, video editing, or gaming.

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