A device (from the English device - device, device, apparatus) is another newfangled foreign word that refers to technical means and devices made by a person and designed to perform one or several functions. And if we consider that in the Russian language the word device corresponds to several synonyms at once, then in our technically advanced world we are surrounded by a lot of different devices, although more often, of course, modern devices are called this word. Let's consider what they are, what they are intended for and how they can be used.
The fruits of science and technology
Almost any device, as a product of scientific and technological progress, is designed to make life easier for a person, bring additional convenience into it, save time and, finally, give pleasure. Therefore, most often, a device means the most advanced complex and multifunctional devices - computers, tablets, smartphones, laptops and others. You can read more about some of them in articles and. All these devices are used for communication, information exchange, viewing and creation of video and audio data, games and many other purposes.
From device to gadget
On the other hand, some gaming devices and consoles, in particular joysticks, pistols, steering wheels, which are designed exclusively for connection to other devices, are often called devices for gamers.
Kitchen appliances
Many young, advanced housewives do not want to keep up with their husbands and equip the kitchen with the latest technology, calling devices food processors, hobs, ovens, microwaves, mixers, coffee grinders and even refrigerators. And they have the right to do so, because most of these devices are stuffed with electronics to the brim, right up to the possibility of accessing the Internet.
Not made in Russia
Thus, in principle, almost any technical device can be called the English word device. But if it is outdated or has too simple functionality, then it is more often referred to as a device or apparatus, and high-tech multifunctional gadgets are more often called devices. And, perhaps, the English word is also used because the vast majority of these devices are not made in Russia.
Device
A device is an object of artificial origin, created to perform certain functions, and related primarily to technology. The second meaning of the word "device" is an image of such an object, a description of its structure (structure, parts of an object and their interconnections). To indicate a process, it is used mainly in colloquial speech (applying for a job).
In the name of technical objects, the word "device" is used, as a rule, in cases where there is no more precise generally accepted term, and is accompanied by a description of the function of such an object, for example, a charger.
Sometimes in English it is pronounced as Device... Slang (jargon, professionalism), comes from the English Device = device.
Computer and electronics
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See what "Device" is in other dictionaries:
device- DEVICE, ah, m .. 1. Any part, a detail of a computer. Some kind of device flew (deteriorated). 2. Any thing, object. I'm leaving tomorrow, I still need to have time to collect all the devices. From the English. device .; Possibility originally from jarg. computer users ... Dictionary of Russian argo
Noun, number of synonyms: 4 gadget (9) device (1) device (101) ... Synonym dictionary
device- sl. device any device is a structurally complete technical system with a specific functional purpose ... Hacker "s dictionary
device
device- device || At the same time, experts admit that tablets on this platform have advantages over devices running Windows 8, such as longer battery life and thinner, writes Computerworld. (Onliner.by) ... Dictionary of foreign words edited by I. Mostitsky
device- a; m. (eng. device device, device) A device, a device designed to perform a private, special task. Virgo / ys for automatic car parking ... Dictionary of many expressions
device- device, device Zhelezyak gets along with other devices on several computers tested. Syn: gadget ... Computer slang dictionary
device- from the English. device. any device in the computer My ancestors took a couple of devices. Computer slang ... Dictionary of modern vocabulary, jargon and slang
Computer slang is a form of slang used by both a professional group of IT specialists and other computer users. History The emergence of terms The rapid growth of computer technology since the second half of the XX century, and, in ... ... Wikipedia
Books
- Gron. Doomed to fight,. Retired KGB colonel Kazimir Pushkevich has seen a lot over his long life. He successfully conducted sabotage raids where it was almost impossible, and more than one service officer advanced at his expense ...
- Device 1: iPhone History, Brian Merchant. I know the iPhone is like a pristy, like changing the light and all the information from our spilkuvannya one to one to mandates, business management, buying and watching TV programs. Building b. wow ...
Hello dear readers of the blog site. In the circle where I communicate, the terms device and gadget are often used, but at the same time the speaker does not always realize that these concepts are somewhat different, and are not synonyms. Moreover, often what should be called a device is called a gadget and vice versa. In this small publication, I decided to dot the i's so that no doubts would arise.
The confusion is most likely due to the fact that these terms were borrowed from the English language and were used by many along with "wow" to emphasize their involvement in the world of technological progress and show their advancement in this matter. That is why I want to define what what is a gadget and what is a device in their original understanding, and also to define a fine line of difference in these concepts.
What is a device?
The term "device" comes from the English word device and means some rather complex device, device or machine. Since we have recently been surrounded by similar things (computers, laptops, smartphones, game consoles, etc.), it becomes clear why this term has become so widespread. It's easier to say the device than the full name of the device, which many do not even remember.
However, not every device fits this definition. Is your wristwatch a device? And the alarm clock on the table? Probably not. They fall short of this lofty concept, because they lack technology and sophistication (many functions). Here is a clock with a phone function, a radio and a built-in hard drive - this is a device.
It also needs to be more or less compact (well, at least like a computer or printer). A communications satellite is much more functional than anything that we come across, but calling it this word somehow doesn’t dare. But a modern mobile phone, music player, video recorder, camera, navigator, game console, pedometer, food processor and other technical devices containing at least one microcircuit are devices.
And most importantly, what, in my opinion, distinguishes device from the gadget - the first one should be a complete device, which only needs energy in the form of batteries or a network connection to work. Gadgets, by definition, are just an addition to something, but more on that below.
What is a gadget and is it different from a device?
So what is a gadget by definition? The history of this word comes from the English gadget, which means a device from the category of novelties. Here is something so hot with the heat and right into the hands of users.
But gadget- this, unlike a device, is not a complete (independent and self-sufficient) device, but some technological addition to him (like for a tablet or laptop, or an external flash for a camera). Although many of us often consider a laptop as a gadget in the above example, and a modem made in the form of a USB flash drive as a device.
Other examples of gadgets are computer hardware that cannot work on its own, but serve as an important part of the main device. Those. gadgets cannot work independently and are intended to expand the functionality of the main device.
By the way, if you transfer from the hard world to the software world, then here we will also meet the term gadget (widget), which will have a very similar interpretation - a small software application that provides some small additional functionality or some rather highly specialized information (for example, a weather or clock widget on the Windows desktop). In general, from the category of "trifle, but nice."
So, summarize... The gadget has increased functionality in relation to the main device, but at the same time it has rather limited capabilities, because it cannot be used by itself, but serves only as an addition to the device. To the latter, it is connected by some kind of connector or inserted entirely into a niche intended for it.
But in our everyday life we are so used to equalizing these two concepts that my publication is unlikely to change anything in the current balance of power, when device and gadget merged into a single whole and are synonymous for 90 percent of the residents of the Russian Internet. It seems to me that nothing can change this in any way, although for general development it still makes sense to know the true situation. IMHO.
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In the circle where I communicate, the terms are very often used device and gadget , but at the same time the speaker does not always realize that these concepts are somewhat different, and not synonymous. Moreover, often what should be called a device is called a gadget and vice versa.
In this small publication, I decided to dot the i's so that no doubts would arise.
The confusion is most likely due to the fact that these terms were borrowed from the English language and were used by many along with "wow" to emphasize their involvement in the world of technological progress and show their advancement in this matter.
Therefore, I want to give a definition of what a gadget is and what a device is in their original understanding, as well as define a fine line of difference in these concepts.
What is a device?
The term "device" comes from the English word device and means some rather complex device, device or machine. Since we have recently been surrounded by similar things (computers, laptops, smartphones, game consoles, etc.), it becomes clear why this term has become so widespread. It's easier to say the device than the full name of the device, which many do not even remember.
However, not every device fits this definition. Is your wristwatch a device? And the alarm clock on the table? Probably not. They fall short of this lofty concept, because they lack technology and sophistication (many functions). Here is a clock with a phone function, a radio and a built-in hard drive - this is a device.
It also needs to be more or less compact (well, at least like a computer or printer). A communications satellite is much more functional than anything we come across, but calling it this word somehow doesn’t dare. And here:
- modern mobile phone,
- tablet (which is not clear what it is for),
- music player,
- video recorder,
- camera,
- navigator,
- game console,
- pedometer,
- a food processor and other technical devices containing at least one microcircuit -
these are devices.
And the most important thing, in my opinion, distinguishes a device from a gadget - the first one should be a complete device, which only needs energy in the form of batteries or a network connection to work. Gadgets, by definition, are just an addition to something, but more on that below.
What is a gadget and is it different from a device?
So what is a gadget by definition? This word leads the story from English gadget which means device from the category of novelties... Here is something so hot with the heat and right into the hands of users.
But a gadget, unlike a device, is not a complete (independent and self-sufficient) device, but some kind of technological addition to it (like an external modem for a tablet or laptop, or an external flash for a camera)... Although many of us often consider a laptop as a gadget in the above example, and a modem made in the form of a USB flash drive as a device.
More examples of gadget are computer parts that cannot work by themselves, but serve as important parts of the main unit. Those. gadgets cannot work independently and are intended to expand the functionality of the main device.
By the way, if you move from the hard world to the software world, then here we will also meet the term gadget (widget), which will have a very similar interpretation - a small software application that provides some small additional functionality or some rather highly specialized information (for example, a weather or clock widget on the Windows desktop). In general, from the category of "trifle, but nice."
So, to summarize
The gadget has increased functionality in relation to the main device, but at the same time it has rather limited capabilities, because it cannot be used by itself, but serves only as an addition to the device. To the latter, it is connected by some kind of connector or inserted entirely into a niche intended for it.
But in our everyday life we are so used to equalizing these two concepts that my publication is unlikely to change anything in the current balance of power, when device and gadget merged into a single whole and are synonymous for 90 percent of the residents of the Russian Internet. It seems to me that nothing can change this in any way, although for general development it still makes sense to know the true situation. IMHO. published. If you have any questions on this topic, ask them to the specialists and readers of our project .
