Грамматика Language Work
Verbs + object + infinitive; Verbs + object + to-Infinitive
New developments in computing are often designed to make something easier. These verbs are often used to describe such developments: allow let enable permit help
Study this example: 1 A GUI lets you point to icons and click a mouse button to execute a task.
2 A GUI allows you to use a computer without knowing any operating system commands.
3 The X Window System enables Unixbased computers to have a graphical look and feel.
4 Voice recognition software helps disabled users( to) access computers.
Allow, enable and permit are used with this structure: Verb + object + to-infinitive Let is used with this structure: Verb + object + infinitive Help can be used with either structure.
4. Complete the gap in each sentence with the correct form of the verb in brackets.
1 The Help facility enables users ………( get) advice on most problems. 2 Adding more memory lets your computer ………( work) faster. 3 Windows allows you ………( display) two different folders at the same time. 4 The Shift key allows you ………( type) in upper case. 5 The MouseKeys feature enables you ………( use) the numeric keypad to move the mouse pointer. 6 ALT = TAB allows you ………( switch) between programs. 7 The StickyKeys feature helps disabled people ………( operate) two keys simultaneously. 8 ALT + PRINT SCREEN lets you ………( copy) an image of an active window to the Clipboard.
5. Describe the function of these features using“ enabling” verbs.
1 In a window, the vertical scroll bar 2 The Find command 3 The Undo command 4 Cut and paste 5 Print Screen 6 Menus 7 Recycle bin 8 Tooltips