Academic English

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• access (noun): in this case, a method or right to view files on the Internet 
  – I use a computer at the university to access my e-mail.
• 24/7: twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week
  – You should look for a hosting company that provides 24/7 technical support, so you can call if you have problems.
• objectionable (adjective): unpleasant, undesirable, or offensive 
  – There are quite a few websites that some users would find objectionable.
• roar (verb): to move very quickly 
  – My sister always comes roaring home from school so she can go online and chat with friends.