Special Edition Using MS-DOS® 6.22, Third Edition

Chapter 19. Configuring Your Computer

In this chapter

• Getting the Most from Your Computer Resources

• Understanding Device Drivers

• Optimizing Your Computer's Memory

• Providing Memory for Your Applications

• Increasing Hard Disk Performance

• Fine-Tuning Your Computer with CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT

Getting the Most from Your Computer Resources

Computers on the market today have many similarities. They are based on the same family of computer chips, and they have similar components, such as memory, hard disks, and power supplies. Still, the differences between various makes and models of personal computers are greater today than ever before. DOS gives you the tools to fine-tune the operation of every element of your computer system, an exercise often called ...