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Base memory

See Conventional memory.

Batch file

A file that executes commands automatically. Batch files are

text files with the filename extension .BAT. When you type the

filename, the operating system sequentially executes the

commands in that file.

BIOS

Basic Input/Output System. Routines in ROM (Read Only

Memory) that handle the transfer of information among

various hardware components, and between the hardware and

your operating system.

Boot

The process a computer performs to check its components and

then load the operating system into memory.

Bus

A wire or group of wires that sends information between

components in the computer. The speed of a bus increases by

the number and width of the channels the bus uses to move

data.

Cache

A high-speed memory buffer that stores frequently used data

where your microprocessor can access it faster. Your computer

includes 8KB of internal cache expandable to 256KB with

external cache chips.

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