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Math coprocessor

An optional device that enables the computer to process

mathematical calculations faster by using floating point

numbers instead of whole numbers. This speeds up certain

math and graphics operations performed by programs that use

this type of calculation.

Memory module

A small circuit board that contains surface-mounted memory

chips. You can add memory modules to the main system board

to expand your computer’s memory. Commonly called a SIMM

(single inline memory module).

Microprocessor

A small CPU contained on one semiconductor chip. See also

CPU.

Modem

Modulator/ DEModulator. A device that allows a computer to

transfer data to and from another computer by transmitting

signals over telephone lines.

Multifrequency monitor

A monitor that accepts input at different frequencies and can

display in a variety of resolutions.

Multitasking

The ability of a computer and an operating system to work on

more than one command or task at a time. The tasks are

actually not performed at the same time, but assigned priorities

and rapidly processed by the computer in sequential order. See

also OS/2 and UNIX.

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