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| Backups: |
The term backup refers to creating copies of data so that it can be used to restore
data to it's original state after an event when there is data loss or corruption.
Backups come in handy when you need to restore an entire system or even just a single
file. Here at FreeDesktopSupport we strongly recommend regular backups of all your
important data. |
| Bandwidth: |
Refers to the amount of data that is passing through a connection over a period
of time. It is typically measured in bps (bits per second) or Mbps (Megabits per
Second). |
| Backword Compatible: |
This term refers to a 'newer' version of a software product that can use files and
data created from an older version of the same application. |
| Beep Codes: |
When a computer is booed up its BIOS performs a power-on self test, aslso known
as POST, to test and verify the computers hardware to make sure all components are
working properly. Most of the time if there is an error the POST will display an
error message although if the BIOS detects an error before it can access the video
card, or if there is a problem with the video card, it will play a series of beeps,
and it is this pattern of beeps that indicates what kind of problem the BIOS has
detected.
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| Bios: |
Also know as the Basic input/output system is many times referred to as CMOS. The
BIOS provides an interface for a computer's hardware and software devices. Within
the bios is the configuration which determines how your hardware is accessed. |
| BitTorrent: |
BitTorrent is a popular peer-to-peer (P2P) communications protocol which is primarily
used for file sharing. Bittorrent clients are highly efficient with downloads
because instead of downloading one full file over a single port it downloads pieces
of the files using many different locations and ports. BitTorrent's official webiste can be found at the link below: http://www.bittorrent.com |
| BSOD: |
Otherwise known as the infamous Blue Screen of Death, is an error screen generated
by the operating system when it has suddenly terminated with a critical error and
must now be rebooted. These types of errors are usually caused by poorly written
device drivers, bad memory, corruption in the registry, or a number of other things.
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| Broadband |
Refers to high-capacity networks with significantly greater bandwidths than those
found in standard telephony networks. Broadband systems are capable of trnsmitting
large amounts of data, voice, video, and images over a single medium at one time. |
| Browser |
Software program that allows you to browse or "surf " the Internet. Some exampes
of the more popular browsers are Firefox, Internet Explorer, and Safari. These browsers
provide a user friendly interface for accessing the information on the World Wide
Web. |