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Glossary
RAM Random Access Memory.
Computer memory used to temporarily
hold programs and data.
Reset Reload operating
characteristics. When you reset your
modem, it obtains its operating
characteristics from non-volatile
random access memory where they are
stored.
Resolution How fine the detail is on a
screen or printout. Screen resolution is
measured in 'pixels across' by 'pixels
down' by 'number of colors'.
Printer resolution is measured in dpi
(dots-per-inch).
ROM Read-Only Memory. Computer
memory used to permanently store
parts of the computer's operating
system. ROM chips can contain
instructions and data.
SCSI Small Computer System
Interface. A high-speed data bus used
for connecting hard disks, tape drives,
and other accessories to your
computer.
SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic
Random-Access Memory.
Serial port Input/output channels for
connecting peripheral devices to
computer. Serial ports allow
connections to a mouse, modem, or
printer.
Setup program Used to inform the
computer about its configuration, for
example, the amount of memory
installed, the date and time, disk
controllers and so forth. The Setup
program is stored in ROM on the system
board.
Sound files Files containing sound
data. Sound files are usually stored in
one of two formats, with the extension,
.WAV, .MID.
SRAM Static Random-Access
Memory. A form of RAM that needs no
refresh memory signals and which is
very fast. SRAM is used for cache
memory.
System board The large circuit
board that contains the principle
components of the computer, and to
which accessories are connected.
Video controller An expansion card
or chip whose function is to convert
signals in the computer into
displayable signals.
Video memory Memory that enables
or speeds up drawing to the screen or
increases resolution or color options.
WAV files A Microsoft file format for
storing digital audio data.
WEB Site A computer that makes
information available on the World
Wide Web.
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