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Mobile Device

Portable computing device such as smartphones, tablets, or laptops designed for ease of mobility.

APIPA (Automatic Private IP Addressing)

Mechanism used for automatically assigning self-configured IP addresses when the DHCP server is unavailable.

VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network)

A technology that allows dividing a single physical network into multiple virtual networks for improved security and optimized resource management.

ECC RAM (Error Correction Code Random Access Memory)

Type of RAM that includes additional circuitry for error detection and correction, enhancing data integrity.

SSD (Solid State Drive)

Type of storage device utilizing non-volatile flash memory for faster data access compared to traditional HDDs.

RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks)

Technology to combine multiple hard drives into a single unit for improved performance and redundancy.

Power Supply Unit (PSU)

Component that converts AC power from a wall outlet to DC power used by a computer's components.

TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)

Fundamental suite of protocols used for transmitting data over the internet and within networks.

BIOS (Basic Input/Output System)

Firmware interface for computers that initializes and tests hardware during startup before loading the operating system.

UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface)

Modern firmware interface that replaces BIOS, supporting larger storage devices and faster boot times.

APIPA Address Range

Addresses ranging from 169.254.0.1 to 169.254.255.254 self-assigned when a DHCP server is unavailable.

Metrics of IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second)

Performance measure for storage devices that denotes the number of read and write operations handled in one second.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

Standard for transmitting audio and visual data through a single cable, widely used in modern displays.

NFC (Near Field Communication)

Wireless technology enabling short-range data exchange between devices, used for payments and secure access.

Client-Side Virtualization

Running virtual machines directly on a user device, often facilitated by a Type 2 hypervisor.

IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service)

Cloud computing model providing virtualized computing resources over the internet.

PaaS (Platform as a Service)

Cloud service model providing a platform for developers to build, deploy, and manage applications without managing infrastructure.

SaaS (Software as a Service)

Cloud service model delivering software applications over the internet on a subscription basis.

Printer Driver

Software that facilitates communication between the printer and computer by translating data into a format the printer can understand.

Laser Printer

Printer that uses laser technology to produce high-quality prints with quick processing speeds.

Inkjet Printer

Printer that uses liquid ink cartridges to produce color documents by spraying ink onto paper.

Troubleshooting Methodology

Systematic approach for diagnosing and resolving technology-related issues, following steps from identifying the problem to documenting findings.

Impact Printer

Mechanical printer that utilizes force to transfer ink from a ribbon onto paper, allowing for multipart printing.

Firmware Updates

Process of installing changes or upgrades to the firmware to enhance functionality or address security vulnerabilities.