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software
Programs that run on a computer such as operating systems, word processors, and
spreadsheets.
SpeedStep technology
Intel’s SpeedStep technology provided with some Pentium III processors lets you
customize high-performance computing on your notebook computer. When powered by
a battery, the processor drops its computing speed to lower power consumption and
conserve battery life.
Standby (Windows 98/2000) or Suspend (Windows NT) mode
A state of power management that puts the system to “sleep.” Standby/Suspend mode
shuts down all devices in the system while retaining data and system status.
SVGA
Super Video Graphics Array. Graphics technology that supports up to 256 or more
colors and a graphics resolution of 800 by 600 pixels.
system board
The main printed circuit board inside the system unit into which other boards and major
chip components, such as the system microprocessor, are connected.
s-video
Short for super-video, a technology for transmitting video signals over a cable by
dividing the video information into two separate signals: one for color, and the other for
brightness. When sent to a television, s-video produces sharper images and superior
color definition.
T
TFT
Thin Film Transistor. A type of NEC Versa LCD color screen that supports 256 or
more colors.
U
USB
Universal Serial Bus. This new external bus standard supports the connection of up to
127 peripheral devices, such as mice, modems, and keyboards. USB supports plug-and-
play installation on some systems.