INTRODUCTION 1.2 Other sources of information The materials provided in this manual is adhered to those technically inclined users. It assumes that the reader has some background knowledge on the basic structure and general operating principles of microcomputer systems and common peripheral devices. The descriptions throughout this manual are clear, simple and easy to understand. Technical terms are avoided as far as possible and where they are used, they are explained clearly. However if the reader happens to be a first- time computer user, it is suggested that the reader should read some other reference books on relevant subjects, e.g.
microprocessor system design, operating principles of peripheral devices such as disk drives and TV/monitors, assembly language programming etc.. This will help the reader in understanding the materials described in this manual more thoroughly. This manual focuses on the internals of the computer. To obtain further information on the installation and general operations of the computer, the readers are referred to the user's manual. 1-3