I know how it works in general terms.

我大致知道其中的运作原理。

He only talked about it in general terms and didn't go into details.

他只是泛泛而谈，没有细说。

In general terms, the steps are.

一般而言，这些步骤是。

In general terms, a reduction in signal strength.

概括的讲，就是降低信号的强度。

In general terms, the young tend to subvert traditions.

从总体而言，年轻人倾向于颠覆传统。