power state
[ˈpaʊər steɪt]
nounpl: power states
estado de energia
1. The operational mode or energy consumption level of an electronic device, such as active, sleep, standby, or off
The computer entered a low power state to conserve battery
O computador entrou em um estado de energia baixo para conservar a bateria
2. In computing, a configuration setting that determines how much power a device consumes during different operational states
You can adjust the power state settings in your system preferences
Você pode ajustar as configurações de estado de energia nas preferências do sistema
3. A geopolitical term referring to a nation with significant military and economic influence
The United States is considered a global power state
Os Estados Unidos são considerados uma potência mundial
This term is primarily technical in nature, commonly used in IT, computing, and consumer electronics contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In geopolitical discussions, 'power state' refers to influential nations, a usage more common in academic and diplomatic circles.
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