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reduced instruction set computer (RISC)

A computer with an instruction set that is reduced in complexity,

but not necessarily in the number of instructions. RISC

architectures typically require more instructions than complex

instruction set computer (CISC) architectures to perform given

operations, because an individual RISC instruction performs less

work than a CISC instruction.

A temporary storage location in hardware logic other than main

memory.

remote

Physically distant from a computer, but linked to a computer by

communication lines. Compare with local.

remote console port

The port that connects a remote access device to a system.

removable-media drive

A drive, such as a compact disc drive, tape drive, or diskette

drive, from which the storage medium is removable.

restore

In software, to recover ﬁles or software that were backed up,

copying the material from the backup medium (such as a tape or

diskette) to the medium you normally use.

In hardware, to return the system to an operating condition.

RISC

See reduced instruction set computer.

ROM

See read-only memory.

satellite

A node that is booted remotely from the system disk on the

boot node. Also, a computer system that obtains a speciﬁc set of

services from a server system.

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Alpha 3000 Instruction Manual Page 293