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Description

Updated the methodology.md file to include a dedicated section for Tracking Modes. It clearly defines the differences between Machine Mode and Process Mode, explaining their scope and typical use cases.

Related Issue

#484 Closes #484

Motivation and Context

The current documentation was a bit unclear for new users regarding how CodeCarbon attributes power consumption. This change solves the confusion mentioned in issue #484 by providing a structured comparison, helping users choose the most accurate mode for their specific environment (dedicated hardware vs. shared clusters).

How Has This Been Tested?

I have verified the Markdown rendering in VS Code to ensure the formatting and links are correct. This is a documentation-only change.

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Tracking Mode - Possibly Confusing Documentation?

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