Winbook X2 manual Byte, Cache, Client, Clock Speed, Cmos Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor

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Byte

A “word” used by the computer. It consists of 8 bits of information. Abbreviated with a capital B.

Cache

Memory that is used to improve performance by keeping recently used or soon-to-be-needed data in a separate memory position where it will not need to be searched for. This cache can be either an actual hardware cache with its own memory, or a section of your RAM separated off for this function.

Client

A computer on a network that relies on another “server” computer to provide some of its programs or functions, or for its connection to other computers on the network.

Clock Speed

This is the measure of how fast a computer’s CPU (central processing unit) runs. It is usually expressed in MHz (megahertz), or millions of cycles per second. It is the number associated with the CPU of your system (as in an 833 MHz processor).

CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor)

CMOS RAM is used to keep track of the system configuration when the power is off. The information is controlled by the Setup program. The CMOS chip is also the location of your computer’s internal clock.

Control Panel

A program in Windows that allows you to change many of the basic hardware and software settings for you system.

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