Technology

Definition of partition

Participation is a term that comes from the Latin word partitĭo and can be used to name the division or sharing of something. The verb parter refers to dividing, breaking, fracturing or even sharing, depending on the context. In mathematics, a partition is a covering in which the subsets that belong to the same unit are divided into […]

Definition of monitor

Monitor is a term that can come from Latin or English, and in both cases it is written the same as in Spanish. Its use in our language, therefore, is very varied. On the one hand, it can refer to the person who guides cultural or sports learning. For example: «There is a child who is beaten: […]

Definition of monitoring

Monitoring is a term not included in the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE). Its origin is found in monitor, a device that takes images from filming facilities or sensors and that allows something to be displayed on a screen. The monitor, therefore, helps to control or supervise a situation. This allows us to infer […]

Definition of alarm

An alarm is a signal or notice that warns of the proximity of a danger. The alarm notice informs the community at large or a specific entity (such as the fire department or police) that they must follow certain emergency instructions given that a threat has occurred. For example: “I think there is a danger […]

Profile definition

The profile is the pose that only allows one side of the body or face of an animal or person to be seen. From the perspective of another individual, someone who is in profile only shows one part of their body (that is, their gaze achieves a perpendicular orientation with respect to the person who is looking at them). Therefore, […]

Definition of transfer

From the Latin transferens, transfer is a term linked to the verb transfer (to move or send something from one place to another, to grant a domain or a right). The term is very common in the field of commerce and business to name the operation that consists of transferring a sum of money from one place to another.

Definition of diffusion

Diffusion is the action and effect of spreading (propagating, divulging or spreading). The term, which comes from the Latin diffusio, refers to the widespread communication of a message. For example: «The city has beautiful tourist attractions, but it fails to spread them; that is why it does not receive so many visitors», «The government has launched a campaign […]

Definition of machine

From the Latin machĭna, a machine is a device created to take advantage of, regulate or direct the action of a force. These devices can receive a certain form of energy and transform it into another to generate a certain effect. In this sense, we would also have to explain that a machine is also known as what would be […]

Definition of tool

From the Latin ferramenta, a tool is an instrument that allows certain jobs to be carried out. These objects were designed to facilitate the performance of a mechanical task that requires the use of a certain amount of force. The screwdriver, the pliers and the hammer are all tools. For example: «I need a tool to remove this screw and install the new […]

Definition of modulation

From the Latin modulatio, the term modulation is related to the fact and consequences of modulating. This verb has several applications and uses, such as altering the properties of a sound, changing the factors that influence a procedure to achieve different results, leaving a tonality to appeal to another or modifying the value of a […]