For an interactive learning experience, check out the Choose a Light Guide. 1  Light Bulb Purchasing Guide (PDF, 652 KB) 2  ENERGY STAR certified bulbs use less power (watts) than incandescent bulbs. 3  ENERGY STAR certified bulbs are available in a variety of shades. 4  Not all ENERGY STAR certified bulbs are dimmable.
Coefficient of variation. Not to be confused with Coefficient of determination. In probability theory and statistics, the coefficient of variation (CV), also known as relative standard deviation (RSD), is a standardized measure of dispersion of a probability distribution or frequency distribution.
SSD. Solid State Drive. A data storage device that uses nonvolatile solid state memory. These devices typically emulate a hard disk drive. TRIM. See definition. A computer command used by a SSD to inform it of data blocks in the SSD memory space that are no longer in use. This command allows the SSD controller to reorganize the memory space it is managing to allow any unused space to be optimally relocated.