and the operating system. System setup allows you to configure
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TAPI — telephony application programming interface — Enables Windows programs to operate with a wide variety of telephony devices, including voice, data, fax, and video.
text editor — A program used to create and edit files that contain only text; for example, Windows Notepad uses a text editor. Text editors do not usually provide word wrap or formatting functionality (the option to underline, change fonts, and so on).
TPM — trusted platform module — A
travel module — A plastic device designed to fit inside the module bay of a portable computer to reduce the weight of the computer.
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UAC — user account control— Microsoft Windows Vista® security feature that, when enabled, provides an added layer of security between user accounts and access to operating system settings.
UMA — unified memory allocation — System memory dynamically allocated to video.
UPS — uninterruptible power supply — A backup power source used when the electrical power fails or drops to an unacceptable voltage level. A UPS keeps a computer running for a limited amount of time when there is no electrical power. UPS systems typically provide surge suppression and may also provide voltage regulation. Small UPS systems provide battery power for a few minutes to enable you to shut down your computer.
USB — universal serial bus — A hardware interface for a
UTP — unshielded twisted pair — Describes a type of cable used in most telephone
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