Intel D865GLC Manual - Page 105
Glossary - video controller driver
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Chapter 6: Glossary BIOS (Basic Input Output System) This is software stored on a chip and consists of the instructions necessary for the computer to function. The System BIOS contains the instructions for the keyboard, disk drives etc., and the VGA BIOS controls the VGA graphics card. CPU Central Processing Unit. This is the main piece of equipment on the motherboard. The CPU processes data, tells memory what to store and the video card what to display. Default The configuration of the system when it is switched on or the standard settings before any changes are made. DIMM Dual In-Line Memory Module, a type of memory module used for the systems main memory. Driver A piece of software which is used by application software to control some special features. Each graphics board and printer requires its own driver. D-Type A common type of connector used for connecting printers, serial ports, game port, and many other types of interface. DRAM Dynamic Ram used for main system memory, providing a moderately fast but cheap storage solution. FDC Floppy Disk Controller - the interface for connecting floppy disk drives to the computer. Hercules A monochrome graphics video mode which first appeared in the Hercules graphics card. Provides a resolution of 720 by 348 pixels. IDE Integrated Drive Electronics - currently the most popular type of interface for hard disk drives. Much of the circuitry previously required on hard disk controller cards is now integrated on the hard disk itself. D865GLC Motherboard Manual 104