disk) are carried out before those in an AUTOEXEC.BAT file. Usually, the commands load device drivers, which are files that enable the computer to use specialized hardware and software.

Configuration file

A file that contains resource assignment options for a particular board. The configuration management software uses this information to configure the board.

Current directory

The directory in which you are currently working.

Cursor

A flashing character that indicates where the text that you type will appear on the screen.

Dialog box

A temporary window that asks you for information or a decision before it executes a command

Default

For hardware, the way a switch or jumper is set at the factory. For software, the value of a parameter unless you specify otherwise.

Device driver

A program that controls how software communicates with a physical device (e.g., a mouse, memory, or a printer).

Directory

A group of files on a disk. A directory can also contain other directories.

Disk

The device used by the computer to store and retrieve information. Disk can refer to a floppy disk or hard disk.

Display adapter

Computer circuitry that produces video images on the monitor. Your computer includes built-in VGA, a display adapter that is built into the system board. You can also install an add-in video board, a display adapter on a separate plug-in board.

64 Advantage! 9000 Series User’s Manual