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120Eg User Guide - Glossary
J
jumper
A small electrical connector used for configuration on some computer hardware.
L
LAN
(Local Area Network) A group of computers linked together within a limited area to
exchange information.
LED
(Light-Emitting Diode) A small electronic device that glows when current flows
through it.
LPT1 or LPT2
The name you can assign a parallel port to specify its address. See also parallel port.
LVD
Super-fast Ultra 2 SCSI Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Parallel SCSI Interface. A
new SCSI interface that provides greater I/O bandwidth, device connectivity, data reli-
ability, and longer cable lengths for Ultra2 SCSI hard disk drives. Note that in order to
achieve LVD performance all devices including cable, controller, and drive must sup-
port LVD.
M
memory
The circuitry in your computer that stores data and programs. See also EMS, extended
memory, RAM, and ROM.
microprocessor
The integrated circuit that processes data and controls the basic functions of the com-
puter.
modem
A device used to exchange information with other computers over telephone or data
lines.
module
A circuit board that plugs into a dedicated connector on the system board in your com-
puter.
mouse
A small input device that you guide on a flat surface to control the cursor movement
and operation of the computer when using certain software programs.
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