User`s manual

diskette

— This refers to removable data storage disks, sometimes

also called floppies or floppy disks. Diskettes generally

come in two sizes: 5.25” and 3.5”.

display

— The information/graphics visible on the monitor screen.

DOS

— Disk Operating System.

This is a set of commands is

used to control the operations of a computer and its

peripheral components.

DRAM

— Dynamic Random Access Memory. This type of RAM

chip differs from Static Random Access Memory (SRAM).

driver

— A program that lets a peripheral device and a computer

function harmoniously; a hard disk driver controls exchan-

ges between a hard disk and a computer.

error message

— This is an audible or visual indication of hardware or

software malfunction or an illegal data-entry attempt.

execute

—

It means to carry out an instruction or perform a routine.

expanded memory

— It is memory beyond DOS’s 640KB limit. Expanded

memory is necessary when the maximum 640KB of con-

ventional memory is not sufficient for a large program.

expansion slot

—

This is a slots in which adapters and for cards can be

housed.

file

— A file is a collection of related information/data you store

on a diskette or a hard disk drive.

Chapter 7: Glossary