An acronym for random-access memory. RAM can be read from or written to by the computer or other devices. Information stored in RAM is lost when you turn off the computer.
To update displayed information with current data.
A relative path specifies a file or directory in relation to the current path (in a panel or other place where you use relative paths). For example, the relative path Windows\readme.wri used in a panel with the current path C:\ specifies the file C:\Windows\readme.wri. See also full path, local path, UNC, and path.
In Windows, a database that stores information about a computer's configuration. The registry is organized hierarchically and consists of subtrees, keys, hives, and entries.
An identifier for a record or group of records in the registry.
An application that is used to view and edit entries in the registry.
To press and release a secondary mouse button quickly.
The top-level directory on a computer or partition volume. See also directory tree.