Jargon Buster
1080p Of the common types of high-definition video, this is the best quality: 1920x1080 pixels.
32bit/64bit A measure of how much data a PC can process at once. Most older computers are 32bit, more modern ones are 64bit.
3G/4G/5G Technologies that deliver faster mobile broadband.
4K Video with a resolution of at least 3840x2160 pixels.
Accelerometer A sensor that detects movement. Used in smartphones to decide whether or not to display a portrait or landscape screen, control games or even work as a spirit level.
Active noise cancelling Method for reducing unwanted sound by adding a second sound specifically designed to cancel the first.
Add-on A program that adds extra features to your browser.
AI Artificial Intelligence. A computer program designed to mimic the behaviour of humans or animals.
A version of software containing features that are still being tested by
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