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Digital Signal Processor.

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DIMM Dual In-line Memory Module. These memory modules provide a 64-bit data path for improved system performance. device driver Software that enables the computer to interface with a specific peripheral, such as a printer or display. DSP Digital Signal Processor. ECC Error Correcting Code can detect and correct data errors in memory modules. expansion slot A slot inside the computer, connected to the system board, that can be used for accessory boards. extended memory Memory which can be addressed by the processor in the area of memory above the first 1 MB. IDE Integrated Device Electronics. An interface standard for communicati ons between the computer and a hard disk or CD-ROM. IRQ Interrupt Request. A signal, that when received by the processor, halts the current process and allows a different task to be undertaken. jumper An electrically-conductive part that is used to connect two or more points on a circuit board. Commonly used to select configuration options. LAN Local Area Network. A general-purpose communications network that interconnects a variety of devices within a limited geographical area. A LAN might connect computers on adjacent desks, within a building, or within several buildings of a campus. mass storage Any device used to store large amounts of data. Usually refers to hard disks and tape backup units.

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DIMM
Dual In-line Memory Module. These memory modules provide a 64-bit data path for improved
system performance.
device driver
Software that enables the computer to interface with a specific peripheral, such as a printer or
display.
DSP
Digital Signal Processor.
ECC
Error Correcting Code can detect and correct data errors in memory modules.
expansion slot
A slot inside the computer, connected to the system board, that can be used for accessory
boards.
extended memory
Memory which can be addressed by the processor in the area of memory above the first 1 MB.
IDE
Integrated Device Electronics. An interface standard for communicati ons between the
computer and a hard disk or CD-ROM.
IRQ
Interrupt Request. A signal, that when received by the processor, halts the current process and
allows a different task to be undertaken.
jumper
An electrically-conductive part that is used to connect two or more points on a circuit board.
Commonly used to select configuration options.
LAN
Local Area Network. A general-purpose communications network that interconnects a variety of
devices within a limited geographical area. A LAN might connect computers on adjacent desks,
within a building, or within several buildings of a campus.
mass storage
Any device used to store large amounts of data. Usually refers to hard disks and tape backup
units.