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Pathname
The list of directories and subdirectories you specify to locate a
file. For example, the pathname for the file SALES which is
located in the subdirectory BUSINESS of the root directory ( \ )
is
\ BUSINESS\ SALES.
Peripheral
An external device (such as a printer or a modem) connected to
a computer that depends on the computer for its operation.
Port
A physical input/output socket on a computer where you can
connect a peripheral device.
Power-on diagnostics
Tests that the computer runs to check its internal circuitry and
configuration each time you turn it on.
Power-on password
The sequence of characters you type after you turn on the
computer in order to access and use your system. A power-on
password can be up to seven characters long and can include
letters, numbers, and blank spaces.
Primary partition
The hard disk partition where the operating system is stored and
from which the computer loads the operating system.
Processor speed
See Operating speed.
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