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CPU
The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the brains of the computer; it processes the instructions
of your system’s programs. The CPU is also known as the processor or microprocessor and can
be found on the motherboard of your computer.
of your system’s programs. The CPU is also known as the processor or microprocessor and can
be found on the motherboard of your computer.
CRT
A cathode ray tube (CRT) is a specialized vacuum tube in which images are produced when
an electron beam strikes a phosphorescent surface. Most desktop computer displays make
use of CRTs. The CRT in a computer display is similar to the "picture tube" in a television
receiver.
an electron beam strikes a phosphorescent surface. Most desktop computer displays make
use of CRTs. The CRT in a computer display is similar to the "picture tube" in a television
receiver.
DC In
The Direct Current interface to which you connect your computer’s AC adapter or power
cable.
cable.
Driver
A driver is software enabling you to use hardware devices. For example, in order for you to
be able to use a printer, you must first install its driver. Many drivers, such as the mouse
driver, come with the operating system.
be able to use a printer, you must first install its driver. Many drivers, such as the mouse
driver, come with the operating system.
DVD-ROM
Short for Digital Versatile Disc. A type of read-only CD with a minimum capacity of 4.7 GB
(maximum capacity can reach 17 GB). This high storage power makes it the ideal medium for
storing films.
(maximum capacity can reach 17 GB). This high storage power makes it the ideal medium for
storing films.
DVD-RW
A rewritable DVD, based on the DVD-R format, that can be used to write, erase and rewrite
a program or other data approximately 1,000 times.
See
a program or other data approximately 1,000 times.
See
for more information on the DVD-RW.
DVD+RW
The DVD+RW is a slightly different rewritable DVD format, backed by a group of companies
known as the DVD+RW Consortium, which includes Sony. Its advantages include high-
compatibility, high capacity and easy-to-use functionality. Like the DVD-RW, it can be
rewritten about 1,000 times. However, a DVD+RW drive writes at a higher speed than a
DVD-RW drive.
See
known as the DVD+RW Consortium, which includes Sony. Its advantages include high-
compatibility, high capacity and easy-to-use functionality. Like the DVD-RW, it can be
rewritten about 1,000 times. However, a DVD+RW drive writes at a higher speed than a
DVD-RW drive.
See
for more information on the DVD+RW.
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