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| − | A '''harnesss''' is a bundle of wires, often used to carry power from a [[power supply]] to something which needs the power, such as a [[Central Processing Unit|CPU]], [[secondary storage]] device, etc. | + | A '''harnesss''' is a bundle of wires, often used to carry power from a [[power supply]] to something which needs the power, such as a [[Central Processing Unit|CPU]], [[secondary storage]] device, etc. Harnesses may also be used to carry [[signal]]s, but in that application they have generally been replaced by [[flat cable]]s, which are superior both because they cost less (since harnesses often involve a lot of hand work), but also because they have superior electrical characteristics. |
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Revision as of 18:24, 13 July 2018
A harnesss is a bundle of wires, often used to carry power from a power supply to something which needs the power, such as a CPU, secondary storage device, etc. Harnesses may also be used to carry signals, but in that application they have generally been replaced by flat cables, which are superior both because they cost less (since harnesses often involve a lot of hand work), but also because they have superior electrical characteristics.
