Fujitsu LifeBook T732 User Manual page 150

POST
Power On Self Test. A program which is part of the BIOS which checks the configuration and operating condition of
your hardware whenever power is applied to your Tablet PC. Status and error messages may be displayed before the
operating system is loaded. If the self test detects failures that are so serious that operation cannot continue, the
operating system will not be loaded.
PPPoE
Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet. A protocol for Ethernet, using a Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), which is used for
connection on the phone line.
Program
An integrated set of coded commands to your computers telling your hardware what to do and how and when to do it.
Protocol
Procedures and rules use to send and receive data between computers.
- Method of sending and receiving data
- Process used to handle communication errors
Conditions required for communication are organized in procedures for correct transfer of information.
RAM
Random Access Memory. A hardware component of your LIFEBOOK Tablet PC that holds binary information (both
program and data) as long as it has the proper power applied to it.
RAM Module
A printed circuit card with memory and associated circuitry which allows the user to add additional memory to the
computer without special tools.
Reset
The act of reloading the operating system. A reset erases all information stored in RAM.
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