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Plain-language terms, no jargon left unexplained. Click any term for the full picture and what it means for you. 313 terms found · showing the first 12 Names for display pixel grids: consumer 4K often means 3840 × 2160 and 8K often means 7680 × 4320. More pixels can show finer detail, but the benefit depends on screen size, viewing distance, source quality and graphics capability. A sealed liquid-cooling unit that moves heat from a processor to a radiator and fans. Cooling and noise depend on the specific model, case airflow and installation; a good air cooler can also perform well. Using a metal heatsink and airflow, usually from fans, to move heat away from a processor or other component. Results depend on cooler size, mounting, case airflow and heat output; it does not imply a fixed noise or performance level. A strap used during electronics work to reduce electrostatic discharge by connecting the wearer to an appropriate ground. It must be used correctly and does not replace powering down and following device-specific safety steps. ATX / Micro-ATX / Mini-ITX Common motherboard size standards that affect case fit, expansion space and layout. Smaller boards do not automatically use less power or perform worse; check the exact case, cooler, slot and connector requirements. Audio signals some computers emit during startup when firmware detects a problem. The meaning of each pattern depends on the motherboard or computer manufacturer. A repeatable workload used to measure a component or system under specified conditions. Scores are useful only when the test version, settings, temperature and hardware context are comparable to the task you care about. Firmware that initializes computer hardware and starts the boot process; modern PCs commonly use UEFI firmware instead of legacy BIOS. Setup options and recovery steps depend on the device maker. A family of short-range wireless technologies used for accessories and device-to-device communication. Range, audio features and compatibility depend on the versions, devices and radio conditions. A fault where a device restarts repeatedly instead of finishing startup. A part of a system or task that limits overall throughput. The limiting part can change with the application, scene and settings, so one component is not permanently the bottleneck in every workload. A Windows stop error that halts the system after a serious fault. Drivers, hardware, firmware and software can contribute; the stop code and recent changes