Epson 386SX User Manual

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Copy-protected program

A type of program that cannot be copied. Some copy-protected
programs require you to leave the program diskette in the
diskette drive while you are using it. Some also require the
computer to be running at simulated 8 MHz instead of 16 MHz.
See also Auto speed.

CPU

Central Processing Unit. The primary unit of the computer that

interprets instructions, performs the tasks you indicate, keeps

track of stored data, and controls all input and output
operations.

Current directory

The directory where MS-DOS executes your next command,

unless you tell it to do otherwise (by including a pathname with
the command). Also known as the default or working directory.

Current drive

The disk drive from which MS-DOS executes your next

command, unless you tell it to do otherwise (by including a
drive designator with the command). Also known as the default

drive.

Cursor

The highlighted marker that shows your position on the screen.

Cylinders

See Tracks.

Data

Information such as text or graphics stored or processed by a

computer.

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