This dictionary contains terms mentioned on the site, and some not mentioned that you may have heard before. You can jump directly to a word by clicking on it. An advanced computer user. A temporary storage area on your computer. The more RAM you have, the more programs you can have open at once.
More RAM can also speed up some processes, such as printing.
Byte A single bit of data. Port A type of outlet in the back of the computer which allows you to plug in devices like printers, joysticks, and speakers. GB - G iga b yte A million megabytes of information. A measurement of speed used for certain components such as the processor. For example, if your computer has a 400 MHz processor , it is faster than one with a 300 MHz processor .