Please study the 20 vocabulary terms below. Then press the Mark Complete button to continue.
- asynchronous
- not at the same time
- AFK (away from keyboard)
- a phrase to let others know that you won't be on your computer and therefore not engage with them for a while
- blended work
- a model where employees can perform their duties when and where they want
- cloud storage
- a digital space where data can be saved online
- collaboration tool
- online service that allow two or more people to work on the same task together
- coworking
- people from different companies or self-employed people completing their tasks in the same space, usually to create a productive environment and share equipment or knowledge
- digital nomad
- a person who regularly changes their location while fulfilling their job responsibilities
- DM (direct message)
- a private communication between two parties that is sent via an online platform
- distributed team
- members of the same group working in different locations
- expat (expatriate)
- a person who lives and works in another country than their place of origin
- eyestrain
- tired or painful eyes after overexerting them
- remote
- removed in distance, time, or relation
- screen mirroring
- projecting what is displayed on one's device onto another monitor
- screen sharing
- giving another person access to what is displayed on one's device
- SaaS (Software as a Service)
- a business model licensing cloud-based web applications to clients via subscription
- telecommute
- to electronically link to a company for work
- VA (virtual assistant)
- a person who provides remote support, often involving secretarial tasks
- VPN (virtual private network)
- a tool that enables users to establish a private connection while being connected to the internet publicly, encrypting the person's online identity and activity
- WFA (work from anywhere)
- an arrangement where an employee completes their tasks from any location of their choosing
- WFH (work from home)
- an arrangement where an employee completes their tasks at their residence
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"When a team is spread over several locations, especially in different timezones, they will almost always work using asynchronous tools such as email, Teams, or Slack."
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"Just letting you know I'll be AFK for a few hours."
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New parents especially are loving the increased availability of blended work, as it allows them to spend more time at home with their children while still working full-time.
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There are many cloud storage providers, such as Dropbox, Google Cloud Platform, and Amazon Web Services.
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Collaboration tools like Google Workspace, Trello, etc. are very popular for team projects, as it allows all team members to view the same calendar, edit the same documents, and complete their tasks more smoothly together.
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As a freelancer, I like to go to coworking spaces, as I tend to be more productive there.
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Passionate travelers often become digital nomads, as this lifestyle allows them to see the world while still having a steady job.
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"If you are interested in my proofreading services, you can DM me on Facebook, LinkedIn, or Instagram to request a personal price quote."
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We are a distributed team with team members in Hong Kong, New Zealand, and Indonesia, so we connect on Zoom for meetings.
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Expats often form communities, as it can be comforting to connect with other foreigners in an unfamiliar place.
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His neck was stiff and he had an eyestrain from staring at his screen for too long.
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This job posting is remote-friendly, meaning the person filling the position will be able to work away from a central location.
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There are wired and wireless options for screen mirroring, such as using an HDMI cable, or connecting devices via a network.
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Most popular video communication tools like Zoom, Skype, and Google Meet have screen sharing options to facilitate communication.
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SaaS is a very broad spectrum, ranging from email providers to cloud storage, and more.
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I use my company's intranet to telecommute every day.
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As a VA, I do research, take calls, schedule meetings, and arrange travel plans for my employer, while all our communication happens online.
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Many people like to use a VPN for more privacy while being online.
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I have a WFA arrangement with my employer, which is great because I love working from quaint little cafes and feeling like I am in a movie.
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Work from home can be a temporary or permanent arrangement, depending on the employer and situation.