TRANSLATION YESTERDAY AND TODAY: HOW MODERN TECHNOLOGIES ARE CHANGING THE WORK OF A TRANSLATOR
Keywords:
translator, translation memory, automated translation, CAT programs.Abstract
Over the past few years, translation as a profession has undergone significant changes caused by the emergence of new technologies. In an industry that is growing rapidly in terms of revenue, more and more computer applications are being used to speed up work and improve efficiency. Among the new technologies that stand out is the use of translation memory, with which translators can take advantage of their previous work to avoid repetitive tasks and save time and effort. Such changes are also helping translators to gradually raise average incomes and break the old stereotype of poorly paid professionals.
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