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Standby

Term · Computing and IT · MLC-T-CMP-001163

A low-power operating mode for electronic devices where the system remains powered on but consumes minimal energy, ready to resume full operation quickly. In this state, the device typically maintains its current session or open applications in memory. Many modern computers enter standby after a period of inactivity to conserve power.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-CMP-001163
FieldComputing and IT
SubjectTechnical
Record as JSON 
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  "id": "MLC-T-CMP-001163",
  "term": "Standby",
  "field": "Computing and IT",
  "definition": "A low-power operating mode for electronic devices where the system remains powered on but consumes minimal energy, ready to resume full operation quickly. In this state, the device typically maintains its current session or open applications in memory. Many modern computers enter standby after a period of inactivity to conserve power.",
  "subject": "Technical",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/computing/standby/"
}

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