"You've probably heard the term 'port' mentioned when discussing computers. What, exactly, is a computer port? Here is an excellent explanation from the 'Ask Leo!' newsletter," Jim Hamm informs us. See it here.
Handy List for Computer Terminology
OK, which is the new, proper way to write antivirus? Is it anti-virus, AntiVirus, or just abbreviated AV? We've seen it each way! A search on Google brings up this site: http://www.computerhope.com It's amazing how many terms have been developed for computer lingo. Take a look at this site for definitions, today in computer history, the latest computer news, a discussion forum.
New Words to Know
Today's smile comes from finding the "Secrets to Apple Success: Displays" and the article's definitions of the new words to know: Thunderbolt, Sharp's IGZO, IPS In-Plane Switching, Gorilla Glass, and Retina display. Fascinating.
Finding Tech Terms
If you're looking for a definition to a technical term relating to computers, software, the internet, etc. Jim Hamm recommends this site. He notes, "Since acronyms are used frequently in speaking 'computerese' this site can be helpful in finding interpretations of what an acronym means."
Interestingly, each term includes "a tech factor rating from 1 to 10, which indicates how advanced a term is. Terms with low tech factors are common and easy to understand, while terms with higher tech factors may be less common and contain advanced terminology. Terms with tech factors from 1 to 5 are typically important to know, while terms with tech factors from 6 to 10 are not as necessary to know. However, reading up on higher-rated terms may allow you to impress your friends," so says TechTerms.