TECHNOLOGY 

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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – accessibility:
Accessibility describes how well a system can be used by individuals with physical or sensory disabilities. Accessible design ensures inclusive use of technology.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – accessibility aids:
Accessibility aids are tools such as screen readers, speech recognition systems, and on-screen keyboards that help users with disabilities interact with computers effectively.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – access key:
An access key is a keyboard combination that allows users to activate menus or commands without using a mouse, improving efficiency and accessibility.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – access mechanism:
An access mechanism refers to hardware, circuitry, or software that enables data transfer between components, such as moving disk heads, routing signals, or accessing resources programmaticall


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – access point:
An access point is a wireless networking device that connects wireless clients to a wired network, acting as a bridge between the two.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – 387 (noun):
The term 387 refers informally to the Intel 80387 numeric coprocessor, a floating-point unit (FPU) designed to work alongside Intel 80386 microprocessors. Its primary role was to accelerate complex mathematical computations involving floating-point arithmetic, such as scientific calculations, engineering simulations, and graphics processing. While the 80386 CPU could perform integer arithmetic on its own, the addition of the 387 significantly improved performance for tasks requiring real-number precision by offloading these operations to dedicated hardware.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – 387SX
The 387SX designates the Intel 80387SX math coprocessor, specifically engineered for use with the Intel 80386SX processor. Unlike the full 80387, the SX variant matched the 16-bit external data bus of the 80386SX, making it compatible with lower-cost systems. Its purpose was identical to that of other FPUs: to provide faster floating-point arithmetic for applications such as CAD software, spreadsheets, and technical computing, thereby enhancing overall system performance.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – 3-D or 3D
Short for three-dimensional, 3-D describes objects, images, environments, or data representations that incorporate all three spatial dimensions: length, width, and depth. In computing, 3-D is used to characterize graphics, simulations, models, and interfaces that visually or mathematically represent depth, making them more realistic than flat, two-dimensional counterparts. The term also applies to technologies such as 3-D audio, which simulate spatial positioning to create the illusion that sounds originate from specific locations around the listener.


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KembaraXtra- Computer Terms – 3-D array
A 3-D array, also known as a three-dimensional array, is a structured collection of data elements organized along three indices, commonly visualized as rows, columns, and layers. This data structure is frequently used in scientific computing, image processing, simulations, and volumetric data analysis, where values must be stored and accessed across multiple dimensions. By extending traditional one- or two-dimensional arrays, 3-D arrays allow programmers to model complex real-world data more naturall


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