DEMO

Demo

Within the computer subculture known as the demoscene, a non-interactive multimedia presentation is called a demo . Demogroups create demos to demonstrate their abilities in programming, music, drawing, and 3D modeling. The key difference between a classical animation and a demo is that the display of a demo is computed in real time, making computing power considerations the biggest challenge. Demos are mostly composed of 3D animations mixed with 2D effects and full screen effects.

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DEMO

DEMO is a proposed nuclear fusion power plant that is intended to build upon the expected success of the ITER experimental nuclear fusion reactor. The objectives of DEMO are usually understood to lie somewhere between those of ITER and a "first of a kind" commercial station. While there is no clear international consensus on exact parameters or scope, the following parameters are often used as a baseline for design studies: Whereas ITER's goal is to produce 500 megawatts of fusion power for at least 500 seconds, the goal of DEMO will be to produce at least four times that much fusion power on a continual basis. Moreover, while ITER's goal is to produce ...

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demo

Noun

  1. A demonstration or visual explanation.
  2. A recording of a song meant to demonstrate its overall sound for the purpose of getting it published or recorded more fully.
    After hearing the demo the record label approved funding to record the song with a full band.
  3. an example of a product used for demonstration and then sold at a discount
  4. a march or gathering to make a political protest
  5. An edition of limited functionality to give the user an example of how the program works.
  6. a non-interactive audiovisual computer program developed by enthusiasts to demonstrate the capabilities of the machine (see demoscene)
  7. Democrat.
  8. Demographic.
  9. Demolition.

Verb

  1. To record a demo version of a song, usually not intended for commercial release.
    The band demoed thirty songs. Their manager thought that ten of the songs would make a good record.
  2. To demonstrate.


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