Computer Glossary (M–O) – Computer Performance

📘 Computer Glossary (M–O)

Machine Learning: A type of AI where systems learn from data patterns.
Macro: A set of commands that automate repetitive tasks.
Malware: Malicious software designed to harm or exploit devices.
MAN (Metropolitan Area Network): A network covering a city or large campus.
Markdown: A lightweight markup language for formatting text.
Megabyte (MB): A unit of data equal to about 1 million bytes.
Memory: Temporary or permanent storage used by a computer.
Metadata: Data that describes other data.
Microprocessor: A compact CPU on a single chip.
Middleware: Software that connects different applications or systems.
MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions): A standard for sending files via email.
Mirror Site: A copy of a website stored on another server.
Modem: A device that connects a computer to the internet.
Module: A self-contained unit of software or hardware.
Motherboard: The main circuit board of a computer.
Mounting: Making a storage device accessible by the operating system.
MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3): A compressed audio file format.
Multicast: Transmitting data to multiple recipients at once.
Multitasking: Running multiple applications at the same time.

Nanotechnology: Technology at the molecular or atomic scale.
NAS (Network Attached Storage): A storage device connected to a network.
Namespace: A container that holds identifiers to avoid conflicts in programming.
Native App: A mobile app built for a specific operating system.
NAT (Network Address Translation): A method of modifying network address information.
Netbook: A small, lightweight laptop designed for basic tasks.
Net Neutrality: The principle that all internet traffic should be treated equally.
Network: A group of interconnected computers and devices.
NIC (Network Interface Card): A hardware component that connects a computer to a network.
Node: Any device connected to a network.
Noise: Unwanted interference in data transmission.
Notebook: Another term for a laptop computer.
NTFS (New Technology File System): A file system used by Windows.
NVRAM (Non-Volatile RAM): Memory that retains data even without power.

Object-Oriented Programming (OOP): A programming model based on objects and classes.
OCR (Optical Character Recognition): Technology that converts scanned images into text.
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer): A company that produces parts for other brands.
Offline: When a device is not connected to a network.
Open Source: Software with publicly available source code.
Operating System (OS): Software that manages hardware and software resources.
Optical Drive: A device that reads and writes CDs, DVDs, or Blu-rays.
Optimizer: Software that improves system performance.
Overclocking: Running a CPU or GPU faster than its official speed.
Overlay Network: A virtual network built on top of another network.
Online: When a device is connected to the internet or a network.
On-Premises: Software or hardware installed and run locally, not in the cloud.
OpenGL (Open Graphics Library): A cross-platform API for rendering graphics.
Output Device: Hardware that displays or outputs data (e.g., monitor, printer).
Outsourcing: Hiring external companies to manage IT or services.