De map
Example: Ik sla mijn documenten op in de map op de computer.
Definition
"De map" in IT refers to a digital folder used to organize and store files on a computer or electronic device. It helps users keep documents, images, and other data neatly arranged for easy access and management within a file system.
Etymology
The word "de map" comes from the Dutch language, meaning a folder or file holder. Its use in computing evolved as a metaphor for physical folders used to store papers, making it intuitive for organizing digital files similarly on a computer.
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"De map" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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