R - Jargon Buster

Jargon Buster & dedicated Buying Guide will aid you in understanding the world of technology and consumer electronics. Select from the alphabetical order below.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
A   B   C   D   E   F   G   H   I   J    L   M   N   O   P    R   S   T   U   V   W   X    Z
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
RAM (Computing)
Random Access Memory (RAM) stores applications and data and makes retrieval of data quicker and applications run faster. A computer will perform better with more RAM.

Red-eye reduction mode (Photography)
A special flash mode where a pre-flash or a series of low-powered flashes are emitted before the main flash goes off to expose the picture. This helps eliminate red-eye.

Region code (Vision)
A playback management system that makes DVDs specific to a particular region. The UK is within region code 2, so only region 2 or region-free DVDs will play on UK DVD players.

Resolution
This measures the sharpness, clarity and detail of an image. It’s measured in dpi (dots per inch) for printers, megapixels for cameras and pixels for TVs.

Ripping (Audio)
The process of saving CD files in digital format on your computer.

Router (Computing)
Manages data between networks. Vital for the internet. This takes the wireless signal from your computer and sends it to other devices or the Internet.

Continue Browsing
Visit our homepage.