TLC
TLC (Triple-Level Cell) is NAND flash that stores three bits per cell, the density sweet spot behind most consumer SATA and NVMe SSDs.
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NVMe
NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) is the host protocol that lets SSDs use PCIe lanes with deep parallel queues instead of the older SATA/AHCI path.
802.3bt
IEEE 802.3bt is the Power over Ethernet standard for PoE++ / 4PPoE, delivering Type 3 up to 60 W and Type 4 up to 90 W at the switch or injector over all four twisted pairs.
Run 2.5GbE to the Desk: Everything You Need
A USB-C 2.5GbE adapter, Cat6, and a small multi-gig switch when the router is stuck at 1G. Here is the mutually compatible kit and how to verify the link.
WD Red Plus vs Seagate IronWolf 4TB: Which NAS Drive Should You Buy?
Two CMR 4TB NAS hard drives with 180TB/year ratings. WD Red Plus usually wins on street price; IronWolf counters with Rescue Data Recovery.
Pack a GaN Travel Charging Kit: Everything You Need
One compact GaN brick, e-Marker cables, a worldwide plug adapter, and a pouch. Here is a mutually compatible kit that replaces a bag of bricks.
UGREEN Revodok Pro 209 vs Plugable UD-6950H: Which DisplayLink Dock?
Two DisplayLink docks that unlock dual 4K on Mac and Windows. UGREEN adds 85W laptop charging; Plugable adds more USB ports and a USB-A host option.
CalDigit TS4 vs Plugable TBT4-UD5: Which Thunderbolt 4 Dock Should You Buy?
Two Intel-certified Thunderbolt 4 docks with dual 4K60 and 100W charging. Plugable wins on HDMI and price; CalDigit wins on ports, 2.5GbE, and DisplayPort headroom.
HDMI ARC
HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) sends TV audio back to a soundbar or AV receiver over the same HDMI cable that can carry video the other way, so you need fewer optical cables.