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information that the
microprocessor
can access. This process is referred to as
Memory Mapping
.
Memory Mapping
The process by which the computer assigns
memory addresses
to physical
memory locations at start-up.
Devices
and software applications can then
identify information that the
microprocessor
can access.
MHz
Megahertz. A measurement of frequency that equals one million
Hz
.
Microprocessor
A computer
chip
that interprets and executes program instructions. Also
referred to as the
CPU
. See also
Bus Speed
.
MIF
Management Information Format. A syntax for describing information for
manageable hardware and software components that can be installed on a
computer. See also
COO
,
WBEM
, and
WfM
.
min
Minute(s). A measurement of time that equals 60
sec
.
Mini-DIN
A form of
DIN
connector that is round, has 6 pins, and is typically used to
connect
PS/2
keyboard or mouse cable connectors.
mm
Millimeter. A measurement of length that equals one thousandth of a meter
or 1/25 inch.
Modem
A shortened reference to modulator/demodulator. Modems convert analog
data into digital data and vice-versa so that computers can communicate over
telephone lines.
Monitor
The high-resolution TV-like
device
that displays your computer's output.
ms
Millisecond. A measurement of storage device access time that equals one
thousandth of a second.