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1080p High-definition video: 1920x1080 pixels.
2FA Two-factor authentication. A system that uses two different means to identify the user. For example, a code sent to your phone in addition to a password.
2K A screen with 2048x1080 pixels.
3G/4G/5G Technologies that deliver faster mobile broadband.
4K Video with a resolution of at least 3840x2160 pixels.
Accelerometer A sensor that detects movement. Used in smartphones to decide whether or not to display a portrait or landscape screen, control games or even work as a spirit level.
Add-in Microsoft’s name for tools that can be added to Office software.
Administrator Someone who can make changes to a computer that will affect others who also use it.
AMOLED Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode. An alternative technology to LCD for creating flat-panel displays. Most commonly used in smartphones, tablets and smartwatches.
AppData A Windows folder that holds data and settings for programs.
Augmented reality Lets you view the real world on a screen and add virtual elements.
Benchmarking Comparing software and products with an accepted standard.
Beta A version of software that’s being tested.
Bridge relay A server that helps users connect to the Tor network, bypassing censorship and online blocks.
cd/m2 Candela per square metre. Standard unit of brightness.