Диалоги по предмету Иностранный язык в профессиональной деятельности для специальности "Информационные сети и програмирование"

Have you heard about the new virtual reality headset that just came out? I’m thinking about buying one.

Oh wow, that sounds really cool. What do you plan to use it for?

Well, I was thinking about using it for gaming, but I’ve also heard that you can use it to watch movies and experience virtual reality travel. It sounds like a really immersive experience.

Yeah, I can definitely see how that would be a lot of fun. Do you think it’s worth the investment?

I think so. It’s definitely pricy, but I think it would be a really cool addition to my home entertainment setup.

Vocabulary:

virtual reality – виртуальная реальность.

headset – обычно подразумеваются наушники (обычно с микрофоном), в данном случае – шлем.

to come out – выходить (о товаре).

to game – играть в компьютерные игры.

immersive – погружающий.

to be worth the investment – стоить вложений.

pricy – дорого, дороговато, недешево.

entertainment – развлечение.

setup – установка, система.

I can’t believe how much I rely on my phone for everything nowadays. I use it for messaging, making calls, checking emails, and even paying for things.

Yeah, it’s crazy how much we rely on technology in our daily lives. I use my phone for pretty much everything too. It’s almost like we can’t function without it.

Exactly. And with the internet, we have access to so much information. It’s hard to imagine life without it.

Yeah, it’s definitely made our lives a lot easier in some ways. But it can also be a distraction, so it’s important to find a balance.

Definitely. I try to make sure I take breaks from screens and spend some time away from technology.

I just got a new smart home system installed. It’s so cool! I can control everything from my phone – the thermostat, the lights, the security system. It’s like something out of a science fiction movie.

Wow, that sounds really convenient. I’ve been thinking about getting a smart home system too. Do you find it easy to use?

Yeah, it’s really user-friendly. The app is really intuitive, and you can customize everything to your liking. It’s also really energy-efficient, so it’s good for the environment.

That sounds great. I’ll probably get one, too. Thanks for the recommendation.

No problem. I’m really happy with mine, and I think you’ll enjoy it, too.

Todd:

OK, Jeanne, you like the computer!

Jeanna:

Yes, I do.

Todd:

OK. Talk to us about computers.

Jeanna:

Well, I go on the computer a lot and I talk with friends through AOL instant messenger. And I just moved from my hometown to Sacramento so it's a good way to keep in touch with old friends.

Todd:

Yeah. Do you learn about computers at school or on your own?

Jeanna:

I picked most of what I know, I've picked it up, though, ya know, the years, and some at school, like keyboarding and such.

Todd:

OK. Do you have a laptop or a PC?

Jeanna:

I have a PC. A Compact.

Todd:

Do you like your computer or do you want a new one?

Jeanna:

I want a new one cause I think I screwed mine up and it's a little bit slow now.

Todd:

OK. How long have you had your computer?

Jeanna:

I've had it for about 3 or 4 years.

Todd:

Oh, yeah, that's pretty old for a computer. Yeah, so do you talk to your friends every night by e-mail?

Jeanna:

Yeah, yes I do.

Todd:

OK.

Jeanna:

See going on and you know the gossip.

Todd:

So nowadays, do high school kids talk by e-mail more than phone?

Jeanna:

Most people talk by either e-mail or cellular phone. You know a lot of people don't use their house phones as much, and a lot of people have cellular phones.

Todd:

OK. Thanks a lot Jeanne.