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random access memory (RAM): High-speed memory which holds a
copy of the operating system, any currently executing application
programs, and any information undergoing processing. RAM is
volatile, which means that all information in RAM is lost when you
turn off the computer (unless Resume Mode is on or you have used
the Windows 95 or Windows NT Suspend feature or the Windows
98 Standby feature).
read-only memory (ROM): A type of memory which the computer can
access but cannot change. It contains information that controls the
computer's basic operation. ROM is non-volatile memory, which
means that the information stored in ROM is permanent—it is not
lost when you turn off the computer.
reboot: See boot, restart.
Registry: The central information database for Windows 95/98 or
Windows NT. It holds hardware specific information and stores
configuration details for programs, reducing the need for
initialization (.INI) files.
remapping: Redefining a computer component. For example, remapping
the keyboard refers to assigning a new symbol or letter for some or
all of the keys.
removable disk: A disk that can be used to transfer files from one
computer to another, or to hold backup copies. Diskettes are an
obvious example, but removable hard disks are available. In
addition, there are high capacity removable disks. In addition, there
are high capacity removable disks which only work in proprietary
drives.
resolution: A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be
produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer,
resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is
expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and
vertically.
restart: Resetting a computer without turning it off (also called "warm
boot" or "soft reset"). To restart the computer while it is on, press
+ +
Ctrl Alt Del
and Windows NT, you can also use the Restart option on the Shut
Down menu. See also boot.
or use the reset button. In Windows 95, Windows 98
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