日常生活英语-A Computer Problem(1)

A: I'm having problems with my computer.
B: What's wrong with it?
A: For some reason it won't turn on.
B: Have you checked the connections on your computer?
A: What connections?
B: There are cords that connect your computer to a power outlet¹.
A: Will the cords keep it from turning on?
B: It won't turn on if the cords aren't connected.
A: I didn't think of that.
B: Try it and see if it works.
A: I think that I will, thanks.
B: It should work, but let me know if it doesn't.
 

1 outlet   

n.出口/路；销路；批发商店；通风口；发泄

参考例句：

• The outlet of a water pipe was blocked.水管的出水口堵住了。
• Running is a good outlet for his energy.跑步是他发泄过剩精力的好方法。