Glossary
Appendix
Glossary
Bit
A bit is a binary digit (0 or 1). It is the smallest unit used in data processing.
Controller
Serves to control data input and output in a data processing system or be-
tween a computer and the connected peripherals.
CPU
Abbreviation of central processing unit. It includes the main components of
a data processing system. The CPU monitors all operations and provides
data and programs. It comprises the control unit for input and output, the
computer and the main memory, divided into ROM and immediate access
storage.
Interface
Designates the transition point between different hardware units and soft-
ware units or between hardware and software units of computers or their
peripherals.
JEIDA
Abbreviation of Japan Electronic Industry Development Association. Indu-
stry standard for memory cards.
Operating system
Refers to all programs that are a component of a computer and are requi-
red for operating the system and executing application programs.
PCMCIA
Abbreviation for Personal Computer Memory Card International Associati-
on. Industry standard for memory cards.
Glossary
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