Glossary

Glossary of technical terms and meanings related to Laptops & Notebooks:

Operating System or O/S: This is in simple terms the main program that will run your laptop/notebook whenever it is turned on, we will only review laptops & notebooks which already have the O/S installed so not much need to worry about this unless you are looking for a specific O/S.

RAM memory - RAM memory is internal memory that stores processes in simple the more ram your laptop/notebook has the faster it will perform tasks in general.

Hard Drive/Internal memory/HDD's - This is the memory where you will store all your files, folders, music, movies and anything else - The more hard drive/internal memory your laptop/notebook has the more information/data you can save.

Built in WI-FI - Is a built in wireless connection for connecting to your wireless router at home/work (If you have one). There are also WI-FI spots in various locations such as McDonalds and others you can also use this feature to connect to these.

CPU/Processor - A processor is a unit within your laptop/notebook that processes all tasks that you request from playing music, writing a letter on Microsoft Word or even just having a look around. CPU/Processor speeds need not confuse you basically its just a numbers game and the higher the better performance your unit will be able to offer.