FAQ- Frequently Asked Questions. To go to the FAQ section click me.

FAST RAM- This is used for programs, the main processor, and the storage of files to be loaded into chip ram. Traditionally the custom chips cannot access it, which is why the display always uses chip ram. Recently programs can use the CPU and fast ram to manipulate images through a complete rewrite the graphics library.

FAST- Federation Against Software Piracy. A group that attempts to stop piracy by making it difficult to copy software and prosecuting pirates.

FAT AGNUS- One of the custom chips found in the A500 and A2000. It allowed the use of up to 1Mb Chip RAM.

FILE SYSTEM- The method that a computer stores files.

FLOPPY- A floppy disk drive is the standard interface fitted on all computers to spread information and software. Most Amigas are fitted with a double-density drive, with the exception of the A4000 and some A3000's that use a high-density model.

FOLDER- Another name for drawer or directory.

FONT- Also known as a typeface. A particular design of text that vary in their size and legibility.

FORMAT- A program located in the system drawer which "wipes" a disk by erasing all data on it.

FPU- Floating Point Unit. This maths co-processor does mathematical calculations that would otherwise be done by the CPU. This can make some software, particularly 3D and Doom clones to run faster.

FPS- Frames Per Second. A measurement of how fast an image, such as animation changes. Animations usually run at 24-35 frames per second convincing the brain that it is fluid action.

FRACTAL- Fractional Dimension. A mathematical concept that is based upon the principle that there are an infinite number of dimensions.

FRAGMENTATION- The storage of a file in different sections of memory or the hard drive. This decreases the speed that it can be accessed at, slowing the system down.

FRAME GRABBER- This is similar to a digitiser as it "grabs" images from a TV or video.

FUNCTION KEYS- The grey keys at the top of the keyboard labelled F1 to 10.

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