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Glossary
Device Configuration
The configuration of a programming device contains information on hardware and
device options, such as memory configuration, drive types, monitor, network
address, etc. The data are stored in a configuration file and enable the operating
system to load the correct device drivers and configure the correct device
parameters.
If changes are made to the hardware configuration, the user can change entries in
the configuration file using the SETUP program.
Disk Drive
The disk drive (floppy disk drive) is used to store programs and data on diskette
(write access) or to load from diskette to the computer (read access).
Diskette
The diskette (floppy disk) is an external data access memory on which all types of
files and programs can be stored. The storage medium is a round magnetic disk in
a plastic cover to protect it from getting scratched.
Display
Flat screen monitor of the PG.
Dormancy
An energy saving power management mode that shuts down the monitor and hard
disk after all data found in the work memory have been saved to the hard disk
(Save to Disk). The device will then be shut down.
Double-Click
Pressing and releasing the left mouse button very quickly twice in succession
without moving the mouse. This action is normally to open an object or program.
Drives
Devices for operating rotary disk media (diskettes, hard disk, CDs).
Drivers
These are programs which are part of the operating system. They adapt user
program data to the specific formats required by I/O devices such as hard disk,
printers, and monitors.
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