diff --git a/FAQ.md b/FAQ.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..d0efbb3 --- /dev/null +++ b/FAQ.md @@ -0,0 +1,30 @@ +# Functionality +## How does PowerTools work? +PowerTools interacts with the system in roughly the same way as outlined in the [README](https://github.com/NGnius/PowerTools#cool-but-thats-too-much-work). +PowerTools does not save any data; it reads and writes to the SteamOS system (mostly the Linux kernel). +Since no data is saved, a reboot will reset all PowerTools settings back to default. + +## Why does PowerTools only let me select some values? +There's a few reasons for this, depending on the values in question: +- CPU Max Frequency: These are the only values the CPU supports +- GPU PPT Wattage: The rest of the values can already be set from SteamOS's Performance settings in the QAM +- Others: logical limits coming from the [specs of the Steam Deck](https://www.steamdeck.com/en/tech) + +## How do I reset to default settings? +Restart your Steam Deck. Nothing in PowerTools is persistent. + +# TLA (Three Letter Acronyms) +## CPU +Central Processing Unit: the main processor, the Steam Deck uses one with Zen2 architecture +## GPU +Graphics Processing Unit: the graphics processor, the Steam Deck uses one with RDNA2 architecture +## PPT +PowerPlay Table: AMD's power settings for their GPUs + +# Miscellaneous +## ;) +Clicking where you shouldn't be, I see... + +## This is really great, how can I support you? +I already make enough money, thanks. If you really want, donate to some FOSS foundation and/or support a project that's mission critical. +