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data - Any kind of information. However, this word is generally used to describe computer-related information. debugging - A method for correcting computer errors. default - This is an existing setting in a computer. DIP - This is an acronym for Dual In-line Package, which is a method for packaging integrated circuits. directory - A directory works like a desk drawer to store files. It contains not only your files but also the information on the size of the file and the dates they were created and updated. It is always good practice to organize related files in a single directory. diskette - This refers to removable data storage disks, sometimes also called floppies or floppy disks. Diskettes generally come in two sizes: 5.25" and 3.5". disk drive - A device that stores and retrieves data. display - The information/graphics visible on the monitor screen. DOS - Disk Operating System. This set of commands is used to control the operations of a computer and its peripheral components. DRAM - Dynamic Random Access Memory. This type of RAM chip differs from Static Random Access Memory (SRAM). Chapter 7: Glossary 3

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data
- Any kind of information. However, this word is generally
used to describe computer-related information.
debugging
- A method for correcting computer errors.
default
- This is an existing setting in a computer.
DIP
- This is an acronym for Dual In-line Package, which is a
method for packaging integrated circuits.
directory
- A directory works like a desk drawer to store files. It con-
tains not only your files but also the information on the
size of the file and the dates they were created and up-
dated. It is always good practice to organize related files
in a single directory.
diskette
- This refers to removable data storage disks, sometimes
also called floppies or floppy disks. Diskettes generally
come in two sizes: 5.25” and 3.5”.
disk drive
- A device that stores and retrieves data.
display
- The information/graphics visible on the monitor screen.
DOS
- Disk Operating System. This set of commands is used to
control the operations of a computer and its peripheral
components.
DRAM
- Dynamic Random Access Memory. This type of RAM
chip differs from Static Random Access Memory (SRAM).
Chapter 7: Glossary
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