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Glossary
AC Adapter
A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your LIFEBOOK Ultrabook.
Access point
Wireless network device used to bridge wireless and wired network traffic.
ACPI
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
Ad Hoc Mode
Ad Hoc Mode refers to a wireless network architecture where wireless network connectivity between multiple
computers is established without a central wireless network device, typically known as Access Points. Connectivity is
accomplished using only client devices in a peer-to-peer fashion. For details, refer to “Ad Hoc Mode” on page 96.
ADSL
Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line. Technology for transporting high bit-rate services over ordinary phone lines.
AGP
Accelerated Graphics Port. Graphics port specifically designed for graphics-intensive devices, such as video cards and
3D accelerators.