Filter
Top Products
Coprocessor
An
optional integrated circuit (chip) that assists the CPU in
performing certain numeric calculations faster. See also 387SX.
Copy-protected program
A type of program that cannot be copied. Some copy-protected
programs require you to leave the program diskette in the diskette
drive while you are using it. Some also require the computer to be
running at low speed instead of high speed.
CPU
Central Processing Unit. The integrated circuit (chip) responsible
for integrating program instructions, performing calculations, and
controlling all input and output operations.
CPU speed
The speed at which the CPU can execute commands. The
ActionNote can run at high or low speed. Also called clock speed,
execution speed, or operating speed.
CRT
Cathode Ray Tube. A type of video display, such as a color
monitor or a TV screen.
Device driver
See Driver.
DIP switch
Dual In-line Package switch. A small switch on a piece of
hardware, such as a printer, that controls a particular function.
4 Glossary