Glossary - DEC Digital PC 3500 System Reference Manual

Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP)
Technology providing increased bandwidth between the computer's graphics
controller and memory, allowing faster processing of texture maps and 3D
application.
address
A specific location or range of locations in your computer's memory or in a port (such
as a parallel or serial port). Memory addresses specify the location of information,
while I/O addresses specify the location of a port used by a particular component of
your computer.
application
A program or set of programs that operate in conjunction with an operating system,
also called "application software." Categories of application software include word
processors, databases, spreadsheets, and telecommunications software. Specific
examples of application software include WordPerfect, Lotus 1-2-3, and Procomm
Plus.
base memory
Memory accessible to MS-DOS, up to a maximum of 640 KB; also called
"conventional memory." See also expanded memory (EMS) and extended memory
(XMS).
Basic Input/Output System (BIOS)
Abbreviated as BIOS and pronounced "by-oss." The BIOS enables your computer to
control major input/output devices such as the keyboard and disk drives.
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