Operating instructions

a set of instructions rather than a copy of the sound, it is easy to modify each
component of the file. Additionally, it is possible to program many channels, or
“voices,” of music to be played simultaneously, creating symphonic sound.
MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) MIME is a standard for at
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taching binary files (such as executables and images) to the Internet’s text-based
mail (24-Kbps packet size). The first packet of information received contains in
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formation about the file.
mini audio connector A very popular, 1/8-inch diameter connector used to
transmit two audio signals; perfect for stereo sound.
Mini-PCI A specialized form of PCI designed for use in laptops.
mini power connector A type of connector used to provide power to floppy
disk drives.
mini-DIN A very popular small connection most commonly used for key-
boards and mice.
MIPS (millions of instructions per second) Used for processor benchmarks.
mirrored volume A volume that is mirrored on another volume. See also mir-
roring.
mirroring Also called drive mirroring. Reading and writing data at the same
time to two drives for fault tolerance purposes. Considered RAID level 1.
MMC (Microsoft Management Console) A new means of managing a system,
introduced by Microsoft with Windows 2000. The MMC allows an Administra
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tor to customize management tools by picking and choosing from a list of
snap-ins. Some snap-ins that are available are the Device Manager, Users and
Groups, and Computer Management.
MMU (memory management unit) A chip or circuit that translates virtual
memory addresses into physical addresses and may implement memory pro
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tection.
MMX (multimedia extensions) A set of specific CPU instructions that
enables a CPU to handle many multimedia functions, such as digital signal
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