Enterprise Data Center Design and Methodology

Glossary

amps

A steady state current that is created by applying one volt across one ohm of resistance. To calculate amps, divide watts by volts. Watts ÷ Volts = Amps.

basic thermal unit or British thermal unit (BTU)

This could be called either, depending on whom you ask. It is a measure of the amount of thermal energy required to raise by one degree 16 oz of water. To calculate BTUs per hour, multiply watts by 3.42. Watts × 3.42 = BTUs per hour.

Bolognese sauce

A tomato/meat sauce for use on pasta. Al's Mom's Recipe for “Quick Sauce” a.k.a. Bolognese sauce, printed with permission of Fran Mello.

Ingredients:

1 lb ground meat (usually beef but could be chicken)

2 Tbs olive oil

2-3 cloves of fresh crushed garlic

2-3 crushed tomatoes or about ...