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Epson Equity 286 PLUS User Manual

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Math coprocessor

An optional device that enables the computer to process certain
mathematical calculations faster.

MCGA

Monochrome/Color Graphics Adapter. A type of display adapter
that runs either a monochrome or color graphics monitor.

MDA

Monochrome Display Adapter. A type of display adapter that
displays text in only one color, such as green or amber.

Megabyte (MB)

A unit used to measure storage space in a computer’s memory or
on a disk. One megabyte equals 1024KB.

Megahertz (MHz)

A unit used to measure oscillation frequency (of a computer’s

internal timing clock). A megahertz is one million cycles per

second. The Equity 286 PLUS operates at 12 MHz or 6 MHz.

Memory

The area where your computer stores data. Memory contents are

stored permanently (in ROM) or temporarily (in RAM).

Memory module

A small circuit board that contains memory chips. You can add

256KB or 1MB memory modules to the main system board
inside the computer to expand the computer’s memory. A
memory module is commonly called a SIMM (single inline
memory module).

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