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Shadow RAM
The feature provided by the Equity 386/25 PLUS that enables
the computer to copy the ROM BIOS and video ROM into the
RAM area of memory to speed up processing.
SIMM
See Memory module.
Software
The programs that enable your computer to perform the tasks
and functions you indicate.
Subdirectory
A directory or group of files that branches down from another
subdirectory or from the root directory.
Super-extended VGA mode
The 1024 x 768, 16-color graphics mode resolution available
when you are using certain display drivers and a multi-frequency
monitor capable of displaying that resolution. Super-extended
VGA mode includes all of the features available in extended
VGA mode. See also Extended VGA mode.
Switch
An option added to an MS-DOS command that modifies the
way the command works. Switches are usually preceded by a I
(forward slash). For example, if you add the /S switch to a
FORMAT command, MS-DOS installs the operating system on
the diskette as it formats it. See Parameter.
System diagnostics
A series of checks you can perform on the computer to make
sure the hardware is functioning correctly.
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