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14 - My computer hates me·Outcomes Intermediate - Student's Book

Question

Work in groups. Check you understand the words and phrases in bold in the sentences below. Then discuss the questions.

Answer

  1. click on a photo / an image / a link / a document
  2. the cloud / USB drive (or pen drive) / the bin
  3. it’s very old / it has too much stuff on the desktop / there are too many programmes running in the background / it has a virus. Solutions: use anti-virus software / software to remove unneeded files and software / buy a new computer
  4. kettle / TV / lamp / microwave / charger
  5. the battery is low (if wireless) / it’s dirty / the connection is loose
  6. an important form or document you need to keep a copy of, a copy of a document or article you want to email to someone

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