Glossar

Assembler
Programming language to create machine code.
BASIC
A easy to learn programming language, was buit-in in the most home computers.
Centronics
Parallel interface for printers
CPU
Central Processing Unit - the main processor
Console
Basic computer with keyboard and connection to TV and other periperals
GPL
Graphic Progrmming Language - a byte-orientated programming language similar to a macro assembler
GROM
Memory chip with integrated address counter, non-writable, used for GPL programs
Peri-Box
Expansion box, can hold up to 8 expension cards like disk controller, memory expanion or interfeace card.
RS232
Seriell interface, used to connect computers and mailboxes
SCSI-Karte
Interface to connect PC devices like hard disk, CD-ROM-/ZIP drive, with a special interface SD memory cards, too.
Shugart-Bus
Standard connection for disk drives
Soundprocessor
creates sounds and noises, also used for saving/loading data on a cassette recorder
Speechsythesizer
Additional device to create speech in a digital way.
Sprites
Little graphics, can move by their own without controlling from the program.