How Word for Windows Uses a Math Coprocessor

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The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Word for Windows, versions 1.0, 1.1, 1.1a, 2.0, 2.0a, 2.0a-CD, 2.0b, 2.0c, 6.0, 6.0a, 6.0c

SUMMARY

Microsoft Word for Windows uses a math coprocessor for the following functions:

Field calculations

Tools Calculate command

Tools Sorting command

Macro language functions that require floating-point calculations to obtain a result

Selecting certain records to merge during a print merge

MORE INFORMATION

A math coprocessor does not enhance the overall operating speed of Word for Windows. It also does not affect the speed of printing or displaying a document. The only noticeable speed improvements occur when you perform the above functions.

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Version : WINDOWS:1.0,1.1,1.1a,2.0,2.0a,2.0a-CD,2.0b,2.0c,6.0,6.0a,6.0c
Platform : WINDOWS
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