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Glossary

Bit

A bit is a binary digit (0 or 1). It is the smallest unit used in data Serves to

control data input and output in a data processing system or between a

computer and the connected peripherals.

CPU

Abbreviation of central processing unit. It includes the main components of

a data processing system. The CPU monitors all operations and provides

data and programs. It comprises the control unit for input and output, the

computer and the main memory, divided into ROM and immediate access

storage.

Interface

Designates the transition point between different hardware units and softwa

re units or between hardware and software units of computers or their peri

pherals.

JEIDA

Abbreviation of Japan Electronic Industry Development Association. Indu-

stry standard for memory cards.

Operating system

Refers to all programs that are a component of a computer and are required

for operating the system and executing application programs.

PCMCIA

Abbreviation for Personal Computer Memory Card International Association.

Industry standard for memory cards.

Plug and Play (PnP)

PnP means the automatic recognition of hardware components by the sys

tem. Thus the installation, integration and configuration of new components

is made substantially easier.

Peripherals

Devices serving as an input/output device or storage for a computer. This

includes, for example, document readers, keyboards, printers and disk sto

rage.

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