Toshiba Satellite A55-S1063 Satellite A50/A55 Users Guide - Page 232
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232 Glossary pointing device - Any device, such as the AccuPoint or a mouse, that enables you to move the cursor on the screen. port - A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device. processor - See central processing unit (CPU). program - A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer. The general classes of programs (also called software) are operating system, application, and utility. See also operating system, application, utility. properties - The attributes of an object or device. For example, the properties of a file include the file's type, size, and creation date. R RAM (random access memory) - Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read. By volatile, we mean that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer. This type of memory is used for your computer's main memory. See also memory. Compare ROM. random access memory - See RAM. read-only memory - See ROM. reboot - See boot, restart. removable disk - A disk that can be removed from a disk drive. A diskette is one example of a removable disk. resolution - A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen. For a printer, resolution is expressed in dots per inch (dpi). For a screen, it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically. restart - Synonymous with reboot. To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off. See also boot. RJ-11 - A modular connector used on most U.S. telephone systems and direct-connect modems. The RJ-11 connector is a 6-wire connector.