Computer translators may be one of the most accessible and the least expensive translation tools but they fall short when it comes to taking nuances into account if one wants to convey the exact meaning. Either by design or by error they can cause irreparable damages. Read more
Using Computer Translators: Another Example of Inappropriate Translation
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