Computer science
Definitions about computer science including computing fundamentals vocabulary, protocol and standards terminology, words about microprocessors and terms used in electronics.
Electronics
Terms related to electronics, including definitions about electrical components and words and phrases about computers, laptops parts, digital cameras, televisions and home appliances.
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What is SRAM (static random access memory)?
SRAM (static RAM) is a type of random access memory (RAM) that retains data bits in its memory as long as power is being supplied.
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Android OS
Android OS is a Linux-based mobile operating system that primarily runs on smartphones and tablets.
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What is matter?
Matter is a substance made up of various types of particles that occupies physical space and has inertia.
Internet technologies
This WhatIs.com glossary contains terms related to Internet technologies, including definitions about port numbers, standards and protocols and words and phrases about how the Internet works.
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What is a Request for Comments (RFC)?
A Request for Comments (RFC) is a formal document created by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) that outlines technical specifications, organizational notes and standards relevant to internet and networking technologies, including protocols such as routing, addressing and transport technologies.
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What is Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP)?
Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) is a protocol for wireless networks that expands the authentication methods used by Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), a protocol often used when connecting a computer to the internet.
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What is computational linguistics? Definition and career info
Computational linguistics (CL) is the application of computer science to the analysis and comprehension of written and spoken language.
IT standards and organizations
Terms related to information technology (IT) standards, including definitions about IT organizations and words and phrases about policies and compliance.
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What is a Request for Comments (RFC)?
A Request for Comments (RFC) is a formal document created by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) that outlines technical specifications, organizational notes and standards relevant to internet and networking technologies, including protocols such as routing, addressing and transport technologies.
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What is IPsec (Internet Protocol Security)?
IPsec (Internet Protocol Security) is a suite of protocols and algorithms for securing data transmitted over the internet or any public network.
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What is Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP)?
Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) is a protocol for wireless networks that expands the authentication methods used by Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), a protocol often used when connecting a computer to the internet.
Microprocessors
Terms related to microprocessors, including definitions about silicon chips and words and phrases about computer processors.
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What is a transistor?
A transistor is a miniature semiconductor that regulates or controls current or voltage flow in addition to amplifying and generating these electrical signals and acting as a switch/gate for them.
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Intel
Intel is the world's largest manufacturer of central processing units and semiconductors.
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What is AMD Ryzen?
AMD Ryzen is the brand name for Advanced Micro Devices' line of desktop and mobile processors.
Robotics
Terms related to robotics, including definitions about consumer or manufacturing robots and words and phrases about stepper motor systems, XY positioning tables, automation and artificial intelligence.
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What is AI? Artificial Intelligence explained
Artificial intelligence is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems.
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What is Robotics?
Robotics is a branch of engineering that involves the conception, design, manufacture and operation of robots.
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What is singularity in technology and AI?
In technology, the singularity describes a hypothetical future where technology growth is out of control and irreversible.