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Graphics driver

A series of instructions that activates a graphics device, such as a display screen or plotter.

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Core memory noun · 85% connection

(computer science) a computer memory consisting of an array of magnetic cores; now superseded by semiconductor memories

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Device driver noun · 85% connection

(computer science) a program that determines how a computer will communicate with a peripheral device

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Driver noun · 85% connection

One who, or that which, drives; the person or thing that urges or compels anything else to move onward.

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EPROM noun · 85% connection

(computer science) a read-only memory chip that can be erased by ultraviolet light and programmed again with new data

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Erasable programmable read-only memory noun · 85% connection

(computer science) a read-only memory chip that can be erased by ultraviolet light and programmed again with new data

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Fixed storage noun · 85% connection

(computer science) memory whose contents can be accessed and read but cannot be changed

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Magnetic core memory noun · 85% connection

(computer science) a computer memory consisting of an array of magnetic cores; now superseded by semiconductor memories

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operating system noun · 85% connection

The main software that controls a computer or device.

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OS noun · 85% connection

(computer science) software that controls the execution of computer programs and may provide various services

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Read-only memory noun · 85% connection

(computer science) memory whose contents can be accessed and read but cannot be changed

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Read-only storage noun · 85% connection

(computer science) memory whose contents can be accessed and read but cannot be changed

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ROM noun · 85% connection

(computer science) memory whose contents can be accessed and read but cannot be changed

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Scratchpad noun · 85% connection

(computer science) a high-speed internal memory used for temporary storage of preliminary information

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Virtual memory noun · 85% connection

(computer science) memory created by using the hard disk to simulate additional random-access memory; the addressable storage space av…

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Virtual storage noun · 85% connection

(computer science) memory created by using the hard disk to simulate additional random-access memory; the addressable storage space av…

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Supervisor call instruction noun · 85% connection

an instruction that interrupts the program being executed and passes control to the supervisor

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System call noun · 85% connection

an instruction that interrupts the program being executed and passes control to the supervisor

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Computer memory noun · 85% connection

an electronic memory device; "a memory and the CPU form the central part of a computer to which peripherals are attached"

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Antialiasing noun · 78% connection

(computer graphics) a technique that is used to smooth jagged distortions in curves and diagonal lines so they appear smoother

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Bescreen verb · 78% connection

To cover with a screen, or as with a screen; to shelter; to conceal.

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Blaze noun · 78% connection

A stream of gas or vapor emitting light and heat in the process of combustion; a bright flame.

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Blind adjective · 78% connection

Destitute of the sense of seeing, either by natural defect or by deprivation; without sight.

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Code noun · 78% connection

A body of law, sanctioned by legislation, in which the rules of law to be specifically applied by the courts are set forth in systemat…

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Computer code noun · 78% connection

(computer science) the symbolic arrangement of data or instructions in a computer program or the set of such instructions

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Conspirator noun · 78% connection

One who engages in a conspiracy; a plotter.

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Creeper noun · 78% connection

One who, or that which, creeps; any creeping thing.

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Cursor noun · 78% connection

Any part of a mathematical instrument that moves or slides backward and forward upon another part.

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Curtain noun · 78% connection

A hanging screen intended to darken or conceal, and admitting of being drawn back or up, and reclosed at pleasure; esp., drapery of cl…

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Designer noun · 78% connection

One who designs, marks out, or plans; a contriver.

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Desktop publishing noun · 78% connection

(computer science) the use of microcomputers with graphics capacity to produce printed materials

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