Compaq Evo N160 Series User Manual page 179

Glossary
QuikDock A device that
provides ports for external
devices, allowing you to "dock"
and remove your Notebook
while your hardware remains
connected to the QuikDock.
RAM Random Access Memory.
The main memory of the
computer. It holds a copy of the
operating system, any programs
that are running on the
computer, and any data that is
being processed. RAM is
temporary memory; turning off
the computer clears RAM. The
more RAM your computer
has, the faster the programs
respond. See also main memory
and ROM.
right-click To push down and
quickly release the right mouse
button to display a shortcut
menu of the most commonly
used commands for the item you
clicked. See also pop-up menu.
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ROM Read-Only Memory.
Memory that contains the basic
instructions for the
microprocessor. ROM is
permanent memory; turning off
the computer does not erase it.
Since you cannot change or
write to ROM, it is referred to as
read only.
See also microprocessor.
scanner A device that creates
digital images of printed
documents and photographs.
Software allows you to save and
edit the images on the computer.
See also digital and software.
screen saver A moving
picture or pattern that appears on
the screen when you stop using
your computer for a specified
period of time. Originally
designed to protect the monitor,
screen savers are now used for
amusement.
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