Jargon Buster
1080p High-definition video: 1920x1080 pixels.
3DMark Stress Test Benchmark test that repeatedly runs a graphics workout on computers to see if they stay stable and cool under heavy use.
3G/4G/5G Technologies that deliver faster mobile broadband.
4K Video with a resolution of at least 3840x2160 pixels.
Architecture A set of rules and language that govern how hardware and software work.
ARM Processors that are more energy-efficient and are used in more devices than those made by AMD and Intel.
Aspect ratio A measurement of the shape of a screen. Traditional PC screens are 4:3. Widescreen displays are 16:9 or 16:10.
Bandwidth A measure of how much data can be transferred through a connection at one time.
Botnet A group of infected computers connected together via the internet, and used to infect other PCs, send junk email and perform other criminal tasks.
Buffering Downloading a certain amount of data before starting to play a video. Can cause delays to your streaming.
Cache A temporary space for storing information.
Cast To send content from your PC to TV.
cd/m2 Candela per square metre. Standard unit of brightness.
Chatbot A program designed to recreate conversation with humans.
Client A program that acts as an interface between PC and server.