remote work Work performed away from an employer's usual workplace using communication technology. work from home To perform one's job from a home rather than an employer's workplace. home office A room or area at home arranged for paid work. laptop A portable computer designed to be used in different locations. /ˈlæptɑːp/ internet connection A link that allows a device to access the internet. Wi-Fi A wireless technology used to connect devices to a local network and the internet. /ˈwaɪ faɪ/ webcam A camera connected to a computer for live video. /ˈwebkæm/ microphone A device that captures sound for calls or recordings. /ˈmaɪkrəfoʊn/ headset Headphones combined with a microphone for calls or audio. /ˈhedset/ video call A live conversation in which participants can see and hear one another online. online meeting A scheduled discussion held through internet communication tools. meeting link A web address used to enter an online meeting. join a meeting To enter an online or in-person meeting as a participant. mute To stop one's microphone from sending sound during a call. /mjuːt/ unmute To allow one's microphone to send sound again. /ˌʌnˈmjuːt/ camera A device that captures still or moving images. /ˈkæmərə/ screen The surface of a device on which digital information appears. /skriːn/ share screen To display the contents of one's screen to other call participants. message A short written or recorded communication sent to another person. /ˈmesɪdʒ/ email A digital message sent through an electronic mail system. /ˈiːmeɪl/ file A named collection of digital information stored on a device or service. /faɪl/ folder A digital container used to organize files. /ˈfoʊldər/ download To copy data from a remote system to a local device. /ˌdaʊnˈloʊd/ upload To copy data from a local device to a remote system. /ˌʌpˈloʊd/ log in To enter credentials and gain access to a digital service. password A secret string used to verify identity when accessing a system. /ˈpæswɜːrd/ schedule A plan showing when work, meetings, or events will happen. /ˈskedʒuːl/ time zone A geographical area that uses the same standard time. break A short period when someone stops working to rest. /breɪk/ available Able to meet, respond, or work at a particular time. /əˈveɪləbəl/ connection problem A technical difficulty preventing stable network communication. Can you hear me A question used to check whether audio is working during a call. 