In today’s digital world, it’s important to keep up with the latest technology terms, no matter what language you speak. For those learning Danish, understanding and using tech vocabulary can be essential. Let’s explore some common technology terms used in Danish and their definitions.

Computer
In Danish, a computer is called a “computer,” which is similar to the word in English. It refers to an electronic device for storing and processing data, typically in binary form, according to instructions given to it in a variable program.
Jeg har købt en ny computer, fordi den gamle var blevet for langsom.

Internet
The Danish word for internet is “internet,” which is the global system of interconnected computer networks that use the Internet protocol suite (TCP/IP) to link devices worldwide.
Jeg bruger internettet til at finde information til min forskning.

Smartphone
A smartphone in Danish is “smartphone,” much like in English. It’s a mobile phone that combines a computer’s capabilities with those of a phone.
Min nye smartphone har et meget godt kamera.

Software
In Danish, software is called “software.” These are the programs and other operating information used by a computer.
Du skal opdatere din software for at rette sikkerhedshullerne.

App
This is short for “application,” and in Danish, it is also referred to as “app.” It’s a piece of software designed to fulfill a particular purpose, and it’s usually downloaded by a user to a mobile device.
Jeg har downloadet en app til at lære dansk.

Trådløst netværk
The term for wireless network in Danish is “trådløst netværk.” This refers to a network where devices communicate without direct cable connections.
Mit trådløse netværk fungerer ikke godt på anden sal.

Database
A database, or “database” in Danish, is an organized collection of data, generally stored and accessed electronically from a computer system.
Vi bruger en online database til at opbevare alle vores kundedata.

Cloud lagring
Cloud storage in Danish is “cloud lagring.” It’s a model of computer data storage in which the digital data is stored in logical pools, said to be on “the cloud.”
Jeg gemmer alle mine billeder i cloud lagring, så jeg ikke mister dem.

Operativsystem
The term for the operating system in Danish is “operativsystem.” It’s the software that supports a computer’s basic functions, such as scheduling tasks, executing applications, and controlling peripherals.
Mit operativsystem skal opdateres for at køre den nyeste version af min yndlingssoftware.

Brugerflade
User interface in Danish is “brugerflade.” It refers to the means by which the user and a computer system interact, in particular the use of input devices and software.
Denne app har en virkelig brugervenlig brugerflade.

Sociale medier
The Danish term for social media is “sociale medier.” These are websites and applications that enable users to create and share content or to participate in social networking.
Sociale medier har forandret måden, vi kommunikerer på.

Understanding these technological terms in Danish can greatly enhance your ability to engage with native speakers on modern topics. It can also assist in professional settings where technical language is essential. Happy learning and embracing the digital world på dansk (in Danish)!