Toshiba NB305-N410 User Manual page 137

co-processor: A circuit built into the processor that is dedicated to
cold start: Starting a computer that is currently off (turning on the power).
COM1, COM2, COM3 and COM4: The names assigned to the serial and
commands: Instructions you enter at the terminal keyboard that direct the
compatibility: 1) The ability of one computer to accept and process data in
components: Elements or parts (of a system) which make up the whole
Composite Video (YUV): A standard video signal used to transmit images,
computer program: A set of instructions written for a computer that enable
computer system: A combination of hardware, software, firmware, and
configuration: The specific components in your system (such as the
controller: Built-in hardware and software that controls the functions of a
CPU: Central Processing Unit. The portion of the computer that interprets
CRT: Cathode Ray Tube. A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a
cursor: A small, blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position
D
data bits: A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits
data: Information that is factual, measurable or statistical that a computer
DC: Direct Current. Electric current that flows in one direction. This type of
default: The parameter value automatically selected by the system when
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intensive math calculations.
communication ports.
actions of the computer or its peripheral devices.
the same manner as another computer without modifying the data
or the media upon which it is being transferred. 2) the ability of one
device to connect to or communicate with another system or
component.
(system).
e.g. from a VCR to a TV.
it to achieve a desired result.
peripheral components assembled to process data into useful
information.
terminal, printer, and disk drives) and the settings that define how
your system works. You use the BIOS Setup program to control your
system configuration.
specific internal or peripheral device (e.g. keyboard controller).
and executes instructions.
fluorescent screen-producing luminous spots. An example is the
television set.
on the display screen.
(binary digits) used to make up a byte. If data bits = 7 the computer
can generate 128 unique characters. If data bits = 8 the computer
can generate 256 unique characters.
can process, store, or retrieve.
power is usually supplied by batteries.
you or the program do not provide instructions. Also called a preset
value.
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