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A high-speed interface for connecting storage devices to a computer's motherboard.
A screwdriver set is a collection of tools designed for driving screws with different head types and sizes.
A socket type is a specification for the physical interface and electrical compatibility between a central processing unit (CPU) and its corresponding motherboard socket.
A sound card is an internal hardware component that facilitates audio input and output processing in a computer system.
A solid-state drive is a storage device that uses non-volatile NAND flash memory to store data, replacing traditional spinning hard disks.
A procedure used to evaluate the stability and performance of a computer system or component under extreme operational conditions.
A surge protector is a device designed to protect electrical equipment from voltage spikes by blocking or shorting to ground any unwanted voltages above a safe threshold.
A system fan is an electromechanical device used to cool components within a computer system by expelling hot air or circulating cooler air.
System monitoring involves tracking and analyzing the performance and operational health of a computer system.