NiCad
Numeric coprocessor
See Coprocessor.
Numeric keypad
The embedded numeric keypad in the ActionNote keyboard, which you can activate either by turning on the Num Lock function or by holding down the Fn and Shift keys.
Operating speed
See CPU speed.
Parallel
A way of organizing communications between two pieces of computer equipment, in which the signals that make up each character are sent simultaneously. See also Serial.
Parameter
A qualifier added to a command that tells the computer how to perform the command (such as what data file to use or what particular conditions to expect). For example, in the command FORMAT A:, the A: parameter tells the computer to format the diskette in drive A.
Partition
The area defined on a hard disk to run an operating system. Also, to divide a hard disk into separate logical drives.
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