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32bit/64bit A measure of how much data a PC can process at once. Most older PCs are 32bit, more modern ones are 64bit.

4K Video with a resolution of at least 3840x2160 pixels.

8K Video with a resolution of 7680x4320 pixels. Currently the highest resolution available.

Administrator Someone who can make changes to a computer that will affect others who also use it.

AI Artificial Intelligence. Intelligence demonstrated by a machine rather than a person. Often used to describe technology that can perform human-like tasks.

Aspect ratio A measurement of the shape of a display. Traditional PC screens are 4:3. Widescreen displays are 16:9 or 16:10.

AV1 An open-source format for compressing videos. Can be used on a wide range of devices.

Bandwidth A measure of how much data can be transferred through a connection at one time.

Benchmarking Comparing software and products with an accepted standard.

A version of software

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