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Fused Deposition Modeling, a 3D printing technology using thermoplastic filament.
Mechanical components designed to facilitate the joining of two elements, with the male part fitting inside the female part.
Different materials used as input media for 3D printing processes.
Firmware is a specific class of computer software that provides the low-level control for a device's specific hardware.
Non-volatile semiconductor memory used for data storage and transfer.
Flashing is a weather-resistant barrier used to prevent water intrusion at roof and wall joints.
Form Factor refers to the physical size, shape, and configuration of an electronic device or component.
Fritzing is an open-source hardware initiative to support designers and hobbyists in developing prototypes with a graphical and schematic editor.
An FTDI programmer is a device used for programming and communicating with microcontrollers via USB using the FTDI protocol.
A device that regulates the speed of cooling fans in a PC system.
A fan splitter is a device used to connect multiple fans to a single PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) motherboard header.
A firmware update is the process of installing new or revised operating instructions into hardware components.
The physical size, shape, and configuration of a computer system or component.
Front panel connectors are interface points on a PC motherboard for connecting front panel cables.