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
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
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
