Having two separate OSes installed, with the ability to choose between them at startup.

Installing a newer version of a program or swapping in a better hardware component.

Patches a program with fixes and improvements. It’s wise to stay updated.

Removes a program and its associated files from your computer. Helps free up space.

The process of setting up a new program or hardware device on your computer.

Saves your system state to disk and shuts down. Uses zero power but, is slower to resume.

A low-power state that quickly resumes where you left off. Ideal for taking breaks.

Properly powers down the computer, saving data and closing programs first.

Shuts down and then immediately starts the computer back up. Helps resolve many issues.

The process of powering on the computer and loading the operating system.