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Overclocking

Definition: Overclocking is the process of increasing the clock speed of a computer's CPU past the manufacturer's designed rate.
Usage: Overclocking your computer will void your computer's warranty.
Posted by Radix-64 on March 25, 2009 at 08:37:04 Pacific

Overclocking

Definition: The process of increasing the clock speed of a computer's componants past the manufacturer's desired rate. Overclocking of certain componants requires experience and in-depth knowledge of voltage, timings and/or stepping.
Usage: I have my memory, CPU, graphics and motherboard overclocked.
Posted by Copperbottoms on April 27, 2009 at 15:19:52 Pacific

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