Glossary

Glossary


CPU: Stands for Central Processing Unit, it is a part of a computer that controls and performs operations.

DRAM: DRAM stands for Dynamic Random Access Memory Chip, this chip is found in most servers and computers.

(Micro)Processor: A (micro)processor is a component within a computer that has millions of transistors within it, and it helps perform functions for the computer.

Microchip: A microchip is almost identical to a microprocessor, it is just a different name and they can also generally be more advanced.

OKR: Stands for Objectives and Key Results. It is a management system that was created by Andy Grove, and they are a way to narrow down what ideas and goals to set within a company

RAM: Stands for Random Access Memory Chip, the two main different RAM's are the SRAM and DRAM.

Silicon Valley: A region in southern California with many locations/headquarters of technology companies.

SRAM: Stands for Static Random Access Memory Chip, this chip is found in most servers and computers.

Transistor: A transistor is a key electronic component to give something the power to do function. Transistors can be found in everything from toasters to computers.