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PC Jargon and Terminology

Confused by unclear abbreviations or not sure what a new tech buzzword means? We'll explain what you should know in plain English.

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What Is the Paradox of Design?

Do you ever have the feeling that a hardware update made your device more difficult to use? That's a feature, not a bug...

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What Is 8D Audio?

Music straddling eight dimensions sounds wild. Will it take you to a new astral plane, or is it just a con?

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Keyboard Sizes: How Do I Choose the Right Keyboard?

A standard keyboard is the most common size, but is it the most efficient keyboard for work or play?

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What's the Difference Between a Technologist and a Futurist?

Are you a technologist? Maybe you're a futurist? Here's how you tell the difference?

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Frame Rate vs. Refresh Rate: What's the Difference?

Frame rate and refresh rate are not the same. Here's what they mean, and how these terms are connected.

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5GHz vs. 5G: What Are the Differences?

5GHz and 5G look almost the same, but they're totally different. Here's what each of these network terms means.

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What Is the Hamburger Button and How Is It Used?

The hamburger menu is a common navigational tool. Here's how it started, what it does, and alternatives to it.

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Who Are the Cypherpunks And What Are They Advocating For?

They sound like a futuristic group of visionaries, and in some ways, they are.

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What Is Testing as a Service (Taas)?

Testing is a chore, why not outsource the process?

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What Are OEM Products and Why Are They Cheaper?

OEM stands for original equipment manufacturer. Should you buy OEM products? Or is there a catch? What you need to know.

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USB 4.0 vs. USB-C: What's the Difference?

All USB cables are the same, right? Not quite.

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What Is DNS and Why Is It Important?

When you punch a URL into your browser and hit Enter, what happens next?

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What Is Desktop as a Service (DaaS)?

Cloud computing infrastructure makes it easier to use remote software, or even an entire remote desktop setup.

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What Is UTC, and How Is It Used?

If you work across time zones, it's important to understand UTC. Here's how the time standard works with computers.

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What Is DisplayPort 2 and Do You Really Need It?

How will DisplayPort 2 make your video and gaming experiences better?

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What Is Thunderbolt 4? Is It Different From Thunderbolt 3?

Thunderbolt 4 has the same data transfer rate as Thunderbolt 3, so what's the big difference?

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60Hz vs. 120Hz: Can You Really Tell the Difference?

Is a 120Hz monitor really better than a 60Hz monitor? Can you even spot the difference between the two?

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What Is DHCP, What Does It Stand For, and Am I Using It?

DHCP is a network management protocol. But what does DHCP stand for, and what does it even do?

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Disc or Disk: What Is the Difference?

Is that a disk you're holding? Or is it a disc? What's the difference, anyway?

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10 Common Home Networking Terms and What They Mean

Here are some of the most common home networking terms, what they mean, and why you need to know.

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