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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Level 1 (L1) cache | Level 1 (L1) cache, also known as primary cache, is a memory cache built into the CPU. |
| Level 2 (L2) cache | Level 2 (L2) cache, also known as secondary cache or RAM cache, is the cache memory external to the CPU. |
| Level 3 (L3) cache | Level 3 cache is the third-fastest cache memory available to a CPU. |
| liquid cooling system | a type of cooling system in a computer, which consists of one or more “water blocks”, a pump, a radiator, one or more fans, tubing, cooling liquid, and may also include a reservoir and fittings. |
| memory cache | memory for the CPU. |
| MMX (Multimedia Extensions) | first technology to support repetitive looping. |
| multi-core processing | latest advancement in multiple processing |
| multiplier | System bus frequency x multiplier = processor frequency |
| multiprocessor | Second method of improving performance is installing more than one processor on a motherboard. |
| octo | a processor package that contains eight cores and supports 16 instructions at once |
| overclocking | running a processor at a higher frequency than is recommended by the manufacturer, which can result in an unstable system, but is a popular thing to do when a computer is used for gaming |
| PowerNow! | by AMD increases performance and lowers power requirements |
| processor frequency | the frequency at which the CPU operates. |
| quad core | a processor package that contains four cores and supports eight instructions at once |
| S1 state | the ACPI power saving mode where the hard drive and monitor are turned off and everything else runs normally |
| S2 state | the ACPI power saving mode where the hard drive and monitor and processor are turned off |
| S3 state | the ACPI power saving mode where everything is shut down except the RAM and enough of the system to respond to wake-up call such as pressing the keyboard |
| static RAM (SRAM) | memory in a memory cache |
| stop errors | an error at the kernal level that is severe enough to cause the operating system to stop all processor |
| thermal compound | a creamlike substance that is placed in the bottom of the cooler |
| triple core | a processor package that contains triple core processors |
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