Term 1
Bluetooth Configuration
Bluetooth Configuration is the process of setting up and managing wireless connections between devices like smartphones, laptops, and peripherals using short-range radio frequency.
Acronym study
Terms 1–21 of 21 220-1201 acronyms and key terms. Each entry includes a plain-English definition and a link to the full 800-word glossary page with exam context and practice questions.
Term 1
Bluetooth Configuration is the process of setting up and managing wireless connections between devices like smartphones, laptops, and peripherals using short-range radio frequency.
Term 2
A CPU socket type is the physical interface on a motherboard that determines which specific processor models can be installed.
Term 3
Hard drive troubleshooting is the process of identifying, diagnosing, and fixing problems with a computer's storage device so that data can be saved or retrieved correctly.
Term 4
IPv4 subnetting is the process of dividing a single IP network into smaller, more manageable segments to improve performance, security, and address efficiency.
Term 5
A motherboard form factor is the standardized physical size, shape, mounting hole layout, and connector arrangement that determines what case and power supply a motherboard fits into.
Term 6
Network cabling standards are the official rules and specifications that define how cables used to connect computers and network devices must be built, tested, and installed to ensure reliable communication.
Term 7
Network Connectivity Troubleshooting is the systematic process of identifying and resolving problems that prevent devices from communicating with each other over a network.
Term 8
NVMe storage is a fast type of solid-state drive that connects directly to a computer's processor using the PCI Express interface, allowing data to move much quicker than older storage technologies.
Term 9
POST beep codes are audible signals from a computer's motherboard during startup that indicate whether the Power-On Self-Test (POST) has passed or detected a hardware error.
Term 10
Power over Ethernet (PoE) is a technology that allows electrical power and data to be transmitted over a single Ethernet cable to devices like IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones.
Term 11
Power supply troubleshooting is the process of identifying and fixing problems with a computer’s power supply unit (PSU) that prevent the system from turning on or working reliably.
Term 12
A power supply unit (PSU) is the hardware component that converts electrical power from a wall outlet into the correct voltages needed to run all the internal components of a computer.
Term 13
RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) levels are different configurations that combine multiple hard drives or SSDs to improve performance, reliability, or both.
Term 14
DDR RAM is a type of computer memory that transfers data twice per clock cycle, making it faster than older memory types.
Term 15
SOHO Router Configuration is the process of setting up a small office or home office router to connect devices to the internet and manage network security.
Term 16
The TCP/IP model is the set of communication protocols used to connect devices on the internet and most private networks, organizing network communication into four layers.
Term 17
Thunderbolt Technology is a high-speed hardware interface that combines data transfer, video output, and power delivery through a single cable, originally developed by Intel and Apple.
Term 18
USB Standards define the rules for how devices connect and communicate through Universal Serial Bus ports, including data speed and power delivery.
Term 19
Video connectors are the physical ports and plugs used to transmit video signals from a source device, like a computer, to a display, such as a monitor or projector.
Term 20
Video display troubleshooting is the process of identifying and fixing problems with a computer monitor or screen so it shows a clear, stable image.
Term 21
Wireless standards are a set of rules and protocols that define how Wi-Fi devices communicate with each other and with networks without using physical cables.