NEC VERSA 6220 User Manual page 184

Extended Graphics array (XGA)
A color bit-mapped graphics display standard that provides a resolution of
1024 x 768 with up to 256 colors displayed simultaneously.
F
Fast Page Mode
A mode that decreases cycle times by allowing the memory controller to
access other data bits that are in the same row address. This saves time by
not having to set up the next row address instruction. Data accessed in the
same row is referred to as a "page."
FIR
Fast Infrared. Using infrared technology Fast Infrared Mode sends data at
up to 4.0 Mbit/second ( 4million bits per second).
FM synthesis
A technique for synthesizing sound that uses a combination of modulated
sine waves to produce different waveforms.
function key
The set of keys on the keyboard (usually F1 through F12) that let you get
help and error message information or quickly select frequently used com-
mands.
H
hard disk
A rigid magnetic storage device that provides fast access to stored data.
hardware
The electrical and mechanical parts from which a computer is made.
hertz
(Hz) A unit of frequency equal to one cycle per second.
hot key
Combination of two or three keys (such as
taneously for a particular function.
Ctrl-Alt-D ) that you press simul-
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