User`s manual

RAM

— Random Access Memory; read/write memory; the

memory in a computer while it is activated. When the

power is turned off, this type of memory is cleared.

ROM

— Read Only Memory. This is data that is stored on an IC in

the computer.

RS-232

— RS232 is a standardized communications interface be-

tween data communication equipment and your com-

puter.

setup

— This section guides you through the preparations you’ll

need to make before operating your computer. If this is

your first computer, you’re advised to read this section

carefully. Although this system has been designed to be

as foolproof as an ordinary television set, a careful read-

ing of this section will help you to ensure the long life and

troublefree operation of your computer.

shadow RAM

— It allows faster execution of BIOS by transferring BIOS

from EPROM to RAM. It Executes BIOS through RAM at

the same address as the BIOS EPROM.

software

— Computer programs such as a word processor, operating

system or programming languages.

startup disk

— This is a disk which contains the operating system,

without which your computer will not run. Generally it is

preferable to make a hard disk your startup disk.

synchronous transmission

— Syncopated transmission of signals between devices.

Chapter 7: Glossary