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
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