HP 80XL458 manual See microprocessor

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plug-and-playA feature, introduced with Windows 95, to simplify the use of some peripheral devices. Once the device has been installed (in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions), you can plug it into the computer while the computer is running. The operating system auto- matically recognizes the new device.

(In order to connect a non-plug-and-play device, you must first shut down the computer.) See peripheral.

pop-up menu A list of options that pops up when you right-click an icon on the desktop or taskbar, the vacant part of the desktop, a selection in a document, or a file in Windows Explorer. See right-click.

processor (short for microprocessor). The brains of the computer.

See microprocessor.

product key A unique series of letters and numbers that are assigned to each software package you buy. You are asked to enter the product key when you install the software. When you register the software, you transmit the product key to the manufacturer to enter in a customer database. Later, when you call for technical support, you are asked for the product key. The technician matches it against the database to determine whether you qualify for support. You should keep a record of all product keys to protect your investment. They are comparable to the serial numbers on hardware. See software.

program Software that you install on a computer for word processing, drawing, manipulating photos, reconciling your bank statement, calculating your taxes, composing music, or playing games. It is occasionally referred to as an application. See software.

Q

QuikDock A device that provides ports for external devices, allowing you to “dock” and remove your Notebook while your hardware remains connected to the QuikDock.

R

RAM (random access memory) The main memory of the computer.

It holds a copy of the operating system, any programs that are running on the computer, and any data that is being processed. RAM is temporary memory; turning off the computer clears RAM. The more RAM your computer has, the faster the programs respond.

See main memory. See also ROM.

PRESARIO MOBILE INTERNET PC BEYOND SETUP GUIDE	GLOSSARY-11
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Contents Presario Mobile Internet PC Page Contents Using Your Notebook Common Tasks Lets Go Surfing Caring for Your Battery Solutions Glossary Index CONTENTS-VIII Introduction Printed Documents Beyond Setup GuidePresario Operating System Manual Safety and Comfort GuideWarranty Certificate Graphics SymbolsProtecting Your Notebook During an Electrical Storm SafetyPage Your At a Glance Components on Front Front Your PresarioInternet Zone Buttons and Lights Lower Front PanelInstant Internet Access Button Button Description Default Button ActionFollowing keys have already been assigned Function KeysDiskette, and CD, DVD, or CD-RW Drive for Left Side Left PanelComponents on Left Side Components on Right Side Right PanelComponents on Back Back PanelComponents on Underside UndersidePage Using Your Notebook Don’ts Power OnPlugging and Unplugging AC Power Do’sTurning Your Notebook On and Off Why Use AC Power When I’ve Got a Battery?Power Button Functionality Connecting and Removing the Battery Using Battery PowerOptimizing Processor Speed Charging the BatteryRight-Click Using the TouchPad Instead of a MouseTouchPad Left-ClickTapping and Double-Tapping Edge Motion Display Options Changing ResolutionAdjusting Brightness Disabling the Internet Zone Buttons Reprogramming the Internet Zone ButtonsIdentifying Your Storage Drives Storage DrivesInserting and Ejecting a Diskette Using the Diskette DriveConnecting the Diskette Drive Using the Modem FeatureUsing the LAN Connecting an IR Device Infrared FeatureSecurity Using the Security SlotPower-On Password Setting the PasswordMove to Set Supervisor Password. Press the Enter key Removing the PasswordCommon Tasks Anti-Virus Software Using Anti-Virus SoftwareRemoving a Virus Recognizing a Computer VirusAdding and Removing Software Installing Software from a CD or DisketteInstalling a Downloaded Program File Attaching Hardware Devices Series Page Using the CD or DVD Drive Inserting a Disc Connecting the CD or DVD DriveRemoving a Disc Manually Ejecting a Disc Playing Audio CDs Disabling the Self-Starting FeaturePlaying Non-DVD Video Discs DVDs Using the DVD PlayerOn-Screen Controls ‹ Minimize Help + Volume 3D Audio MuteButton Title Description ChangeSetting the Play Features Identifying Your Region Setting Using Regionalized DVDsSelecting Your Region Setting Zooming the View Showing and Hiding the DVD PanelEasy CD Creator and Direct CD Installing Adaptec Easy CD CreatorCD-RW Basics Take Two Creating Audio CDs Using Adaptec Easy CD CreatorCreating Data CDs Jewel Case Creator DirectCDCD Copier Preventing Buffer Underrun ErrorsAccessing Easy CD Creator Users Information Let’s Go Surfing Basic Concepts What is the Internet?World Wide Web What is the World Wide Web?Web Servers Web Sites and Web PagesModem Internet Service Provider ISPSurfing the Web Internet Address URLMail Search EngineBrowsers What is a Browser?Using Microsoft Internet Explorer Series Choosing a Search Engine Search EnginesUsing a Search Engine Searching on the Web Accessing Files from the Internet Caring for Your Battery Checking Battery Power Battery CareUsing the Battery Storing the BatteryRecycling the Battery Calibrating the Battery Battery CalibrationFrom Running on Batteries column Purchasing Spare or Extra Batteries Maximizing Battery Operating TimeBattery Charging Time Connect the AC Adapter Fixing a Low-Battery ConditionSuspend Your Work Replace the Drained Battery with a Charged OneSaving Energy Power ManagementWhat is Power Management? Understanding Power ManagementShutdown, then Hibernate Starting and Ending Power ModesIf you want to Then Result / Indicators Then StandbyService and Support Cleaning the Keyboard Preventive MaintenanceCleaning Your Notebook’s Exterior Cleaning the TouchPad Cleaning the Display ScreenCaring for Your Presario Notebook Using Backup Devices Backup UtilitiesUsing Disk Cleanup Hard Disk ErrorsUsing ScanDisk Defragmenting Your Hard Disk Deleting Stored FilesDeleting Unnecessary Files Hard Disk Space ManagementChecking the Hard Disk Space Using the Recycle Bin Tab Description Compaq DiagnosticsSystem Support Types of TestsSelect Interactive mode or Unattended mode Testing EquipmentSystem Record Internet Support Page Solutions Helpful Hints Finding Solutions QuicklyGeneral Questions Display Questions How can I change the display settings on my Notebook?There is no sound coming from my Notebook. What’s wrong? Questions about SoundMy display monitor is blank. What should I do? Questions about Peripherals Questions about UpgradesQuestions about Movies Receive hard disk error messages. What is wrong? Error MessagesWhere do I get information about memory upgrades? Series Audio and Video Video or Display Symptom Problem Solution Battery Symptom Problem Solution Battery and PowerCont’d Wrong location Statement for details Power Symptom Problem SolutionPressing CTRL+ALT+DEL Mass-Storage CD or DVD Drive Symptom Problem SolutionMy Computer g icon Diskette Drive Symptom Problem Solution2 Floppy a drive Diskette Drive Symptom Problem SolutionHard Drive Symptom Problem Solution Game and Internet Games Symptom Problem SolutionInternet Symptom Problem Solution If no dial tone is Verify that all telephone Found, another Click Shut Down Keyboard and TouchPad Symptom Problem SolutionKeyboard and TouchPad To select Shut Down Keyboard and TouchPadTap to click option Cont’dMemory and PC Card Memory Symptom Problem SolutionPC Cards Symptom Problem Solution See peripheral GlossaryGLOSSARY-2 Directory See folder Desktop See Windows desktopDSL digital subscriber line See joystick Floppy disk See disketteHtml hypertext markup language Link See hyperlink See MicrosoftInternet Explorer GLOSSARY-8 See browser See hyperlinkGLOSSARY-10 See microprocessor GLOSSARY-12 Taskbar See Windows taskbar See right-clickWeb See World Wide Web Video phone See Internet phoneWindows Explorer a file management Page Index INDEX-2 INDEX-3 LAN INDEX-5 INDEX-6 INDEX-7

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