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digital video recorder

Definition:

A device used to digitally record television programs so they can be watched at a later time. Unlike a VCR, a DVR stores its programming on a hard drive, much like a file is stored on your computer. DVRs typically allow you to record 100 or more hours of standard television programming (much less than that for high definition programming) and allow you to perform actions not possible with a VCR such as pausing live television or setting up a scheduled recording to record your favorite shows based on title, actor, director or key word.

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desktop

A term usually used when referring to a desktop computer. A desktop computer is a computer that is stationary and not easily portable. A desktop computer is usually comprised of a computer case (called "the box" by techies) and a separate monitor although there are exceptions such as the iMac where the computer case and monitor are contained in the same component.

Because of their larger size, desktop computers usually run faster and have more storage capacity than their more portable counterpart, the laptop.