Epson Equity LT User Manual - Page 138
Megabyte MB, Memory, Microprocessor, Modem, Monitor, MS-DOS, NiCad, Operating system, Parallel,
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Megabyte (MB) A unit used to measure storage space (in a computer's memory or on a disk). One megabyte equals 1,048,576 bytes. Memory The area where your computer stores data. Memory contents can be permanent and inalterable (ROM) or temporary (RAM). Microprocessor A small version of a CPU contained on one semiconductor chip. Modem A device that allows a computer to transmit signals over telephone lines so it can send and receive data. Modem stands for MOdulator/DEModulator. Monitor The piece of hardware that contains the screen and displays information. MS-DOS An operating system from Microsoft. See DOS, Operating system. NiCad Nickel Cadmium. The rechargeable battery pack inside the Equity LT contains eight nickel cadmium batteries. Operating system A collection of programs that allow a computer to control its operations. The operating system determines how programs run on the computer and supervises all input and output-for example, MS-DOS. Parallel The type of interface that transmits data in groups of bits. See Interface, Serial. Parameter A qualifier added to a command that tells the computer what particular conditions to look for. F-6 Glossary