Memory-resident program
A program that can be called on while another program is
running. An example might be a notepad utility that you can
access while working in a spreadsheet program. The Epson
LIGHTON utility is a memory-resident program.
Microprocessor
A CPU chip, such as the 80286. See CPU.
Modem
A device that allows a computer to send or receive data over a
telephone line.
Monitor
The piece of hardware that contains the screen and displays
information.
Motherboard
The main circuit board of your computer. Also called the system
board.
MS-DOS
An operating system from Microsoft that comes with your
computer. See Operating system.
NiCad
The type of battery used by your Equity LT-286. NiCad stands
for nickel-cadmium.
Numeric keypad
The number keys grouped on the right side of the keyboard.
Operating speed
The speed at which the CPU can execute commands. The
Equity LT-286 has operating speeds of 8 MHz and 12 MHz. Also
called execution speed or clock speed.
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