HP Vectra VE 4/xx HP Vectra VE 486 PCs - User's Guide - Page 126
Small Computer System Interface. A high-speed I/O interface with faster data
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Any device used to store large amounts of data. Usually refers to hard disks and tape backup units. memory modules Miniature boards containing memory chips. Used for increasing the amount of memory available in the computer. multimedia Combining static media (such as text and pictures) with dynamic data (such as sound, video, and animation) on the same system. network adapter An accessory board that connects a computer to the cables of a network and transmits the type of signals used throughout the network. On some computers, mainly portables, the adapter may be an external device, not a board. network server mode A security measure that prevents unauthorized use of an input device (like a keyboard or mouse) while your computer is running as an unattended network server. pixel Picture element. The smallest addressable spot on the screen. POST Power-On-System Hardware Test. A series of tests your computer performs when you turn on the power. RAM Random Access Memory. Computer memory used to temporarily hold programs and data. 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 I/O interface with faster data transmission rates than standard ports. SETUP program Used to inform the computer about its configuration, for example the amount of memory installed, disk controllers and so forth. The setup program is stored in ROM on the system board. shadow RAM HP Vectra PC User's Guide Glossary • 126