SFF
Abbreviation with 2 meanings
| Stands for | Small form factor |
|---|---|
| Meanings | 2 |
| Categories | Technology & Computing, Arts & Entertainment |
SFF has two meanings. It stands for Small form factor (computer hardware) or Science fiction and fantasy (publishing and book).
Meanings of SFF at a glance
| # | SFF stands for | Context |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Small form factor | Technology & Computing › Computer Hardware |
| 2 | Science fiction and fantasy | Arts & Entertainment › Publishing and Book |
1. Small form factor
Technology & Computing · Computer Hardware Abbreviations
Category of compact computers and cases, from office desktops much smaller than a standard tower to enthusiast gaming PCs under about 20 liters. Manufacturers such as Dell and HP sell "SFF" versions of business desktops.
Example: The SFF office PCs fit under the monitor stand but only take low-profile cards.
Office SFF machines often accept only low-profile expansion cards and slim optical drives. Enthusiast SFF builds use Mini-ITX boards, SFX power supplies and careful airflow planning. In data storage, SFF also names the Small Form Factor Committee, whose specifications define connectors such as SFF-8087 used in servers.
2. Science fiction and fantasy
Arts & Entertainment · Publishing and Book Abbreviations
Combined genre label for science fiction and fantasy, used by publishers, bookstores and awards. Also called speculative fiction.
Example: Her agent specializes in SFF and represents several award winners.
The Hugo and Nebula Awards honor work across SFF. The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association was renamed from the Science Fiction Writers of America to include fantasy. Readers also write SF/F.
Related abbreviations
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- SD – Secure Digital
- SDHC – Secure Digital High Capacity
- SDRAM – Synchronous dynamic random-access memory
- SDXC – Secure Digital eXtended Capacity
- SFX – Small Form Factor eXtended
- SLC – Single-level cell
- SLI – Scalable Link Interface
- SMART – Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology
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