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Laptops

A personal portable computer that is small enough to use on one's lap.

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central processing unit

Computer; Desktop PC

Central Processing Unit is the core of a computer; necessary for computing performance.

Active matrix

Computer; Laptops

Provides high quality color resolution and sharp images by electronically storing and controlling each independent pixel. The output of active matrix is quicker and more precise that that of a ...

Bottom base

Computer; Laptops

One part of a laptop's supporting hardware. The bottom base is located in the bottom tray of a laptop and connects to the top tray to prevent movement or sliding.

Hinge

Computer; Laptops

The part of the laptop that allows movement of the screen to be able to adjust degree of angle in accordance to viewpoint.

Viewing angle

Computer; Laptops

Encompasses all the angles that a display screen can be seen from.

Response time

Computer; Laptops

The amount of time it takes after a command is given or input is entered for a response to occur.

Power consumption

Computer; Laptops

Measures how much power an electronic device uses

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