COMPUTER LABORATORY

List of vocabulary

Item Transcription Function

Keyboards /ˈkiːbɔːdz/ Input devices for typing and entering
commands.
Computer Mice /kəmˈpjuːtər maɪs/ Pointing devices to navigate and interact with
the UI.
Mouse Pads /maʊs pædz/ Provides a smooth surface for mouse
movement.
Headsets /ˈhɛdsets/ Audio output and microphone for
communication or listening.
Microphones /ˈmaɪkrəfoʊnz/ Captures audio for communication or
recording.
Webcams /ˈwɛbˌkæmz/ Captures video for video conferencing or
 recording.
Ethernet Cables /ˈiːθərnɛt ˈkeɪblz/ Wired network connections for faster and
stable data transfer.
Power Strips /ˈpaʊər strɪps/ Provides multiple power outlets for devices.
Surge Protectors /sɜːrdʒ prəˈtɛktərz/ Protects devices from power surges and
fluctuations.
Extension Cords /ɪkˈstɛnʃən kɔːrdz/ Extends the reach of power outlets.
USB Flash Drives /ˈjuːɛsˌbi flæʃ draɪvz/ Portable storage for transferring files.
External Hard Drives /ɪkˈstɜːrnəl hɑːrd draɪvz/ Additional storage for backups or large files.
Printer/Scanner/Copier /ˈprɪntər/ˈskænər/ˈkoʊpiər məˈʃinz/ Printing, scanning, and copying documents.
Machines
Projectors /prəˈdʒɛktərz/ Displays computer output on a larger screen.
Projection Screens /prəˈdʒɛkʃən skriːnz/ Surface for projecting visual content.
Whiteboards or Interactive /ˈwaɪtˌbɔːrdz ɔr ɪntərˈæktɪv ˈwaɪt Writing surfaces for teaching or brainstorming.
Whiteboards ˌbɔːrdz/
Marker Pens and Erasers /ˈmɑːrkər pɛnz ənd ɪˈreɪsərz/ Writing tools for whiteboards.
Chairs /ʧɛrz/ Seating for users in the lab.
Desks or Workstations /dɛsks ɔr ˈwɜːrkˌsteɪʃənz/ Surfaces for placing computers and working.
Cable Management Solutions /ˈkeɪbl ˈmænɪdʒmənt səˈluːʃənz/ Organizes and hides cables for safety and
tidiness.
Network Switches /ˈnɛtwɜːrk ˈswɪʧɪz/ Connects multiple devices in a network.
Router /ˈruːtər/ Routes network traffic between devices.
Wireless Access Points /ˈwaɪrlɪs ˈæksɛs pɔɪnts/ Provides Wi-Fi connectivity to devices.
Server Rack /ˈsɜːrvər ræk/ Houses and organizes server computers.
UPS (Uninterruptible Power /ˌjuːpiːˈɛs/ ʌnɪntəˈrʌptəbl ˈpaʊər sə Provides backup power during outages.
Supply) ˈplaɪ/
Computer Cleaning Supplies /kəmˈpjuːtər ˈkliːnɪŋ səˈplaɪz/ Keeps devices clean and well-maintained.
Software Installation /ˈsɒftwɛr ˌɪnstəˈleɪʃən ˈsiːˌdiːz/ˈdiː Installs or updates software on computers.
CDs/DVDs or USBs ˌviːdz ɔr ˈjuːˌɛsˌbiz/
LAN (Local Area Network) /læn (ˈloʊkəl ˈɛriə ˈnɛtwɜːrk) Establishes a local network for device
Setup ˈsɛtʌp/ communication.
Firewall /ˈfaɪərwɔːl/ Protects the network from unauthorized access.
Security Cameras /sɪˈkjʊrəti ˈkæmərəz/ Monitors the lab for security purposes.
Server Computers /ˈsɜːrvər kəmˈpjuːtərz/ Hosts and manages network resources.
Central Processing Unit /ˈsɛntrəl ˈprɒsɛsɪŋ ˈjuːnɪt/ a computer's brain. It does all the thinking and
(CPU): calculations so the computer can work and run
 programs..
KVM Switches (Keyboard, /keɪˈviːˈɛm ˈswɪʧɪz/ Manages multiple computers with one set of
Video, Mouse) peripherals.
Laptop Charging Carts /ˈlæptɒp ˈʧɑːrdʒɪŋ kɑːrts/ Charges and stores laptops in a secure manner.

Conversati
on I Part1
Cadet : Excuse me Sir! I’m looking for Computer Lab?
Lec : Sure. You should go to Acrux building in the second floor
Cadet : Alright. Can you show me how to get there?
Lec. : Of course. This one is Gruid building. Now you should follow this road. And then
turn left. After that go straight and then you will find Becrux building
Cadet : So, After I found Becrux what should I do
next. Lec : Oke. Turn right and you will get
there.
Cadet : Thank you so much Sir
Lec : it’s my pleasure
Part2
Cadet : Excuse me Sir, May I
come in? LC : Yes, Please come
in and report, Cadet : Thank you
sir
LC : Please take off your shoes!
Cadet : Can I put my shoes on this floor, Sir?
LC : Please put your shoes on the shoes rack, what do you
need? Cadet : I am going to set my Marlins Test class
schedule
LC : Let me check the Guest Book schedule, unfortunately there is no schedule on Monday
next week
Cadet : I am sorry I forget about that. Thank you for telling me sir
Lec : it’s my pleasure.
Conversation II
Person A: Have you seen the new computer lab? It's cool!
Person B: Really? What's cool about it?
Person A: They've got new computers that work really fast.
Person B: Nice! Are the screens big?
Person A: Yep, big screens that are easy to look at.
Person B: Are the chairs comfy?
Person A: Yeah, the chairs are comfy for sitting and working.
Person B: Is the internet good?
 Person A: Yep, they have fast internet with cables and Wi-Fi.
Person B: Can you print stuff easily?
Person A: Yes, printing is easy and there's a scanner too.
Person B: What if I need help?
Person A: There's a person there to help with computer stuff.
Person B: Sounds cool, I'll check it out. Thanks!
Person A: No problem, enjoy!

Conversation III
TG: Welcome, everyone, to our Computer Lab! I'm your tour guide for today. My name is
Zakaria. C1: Yes, sir!
TG: Great! Let's start the tour. Over here, you'll see rows of computers with headsets.
C2: That's awesome! What are the headsets for?
TG: The headsets allow you to listen to audio and also participate in activities that involve
speaking. C3: That sounds interesting! What about those audio/video players?
TG: Those are used for listening and watching authentic materials in the language you're
learning. C4: I noticed some language learning apps on the computers. What are they for?
TG: Good observation! The language learning apps are there to give you more practice and
support in your language studies. C5: Cool! And what about the microphones?
TG: The microphones are for practicing your speaking skills. You can also record your voice to
track your progress. C6: Wow, that's amazing!
TG: I'm glad you think so! The computer lab is designed to provide you with the best resources
for your language learning journey. C9: Thank you for the tour, Sir.
TG: You're welcome! If you have any questions, feel free to ask. Enjoy your time in the
computer lab and make the most of your learning experience!
All Cadets: Thank you!