printer driver
See driver.
proportional font
A font whose characters have varying amounts of horizontal space depending on the width of the character. Thus, the uppercase M takes up more horizontal space than the lowercase l.
RAM
Random Access Memory (RAM) is where temporary information is stored.
reset
To refresh the printer’s memory and erase the current print jobs.
resolution
A measure of the fineness and clarity of images produced by the printer or monitor. Printer resolution is measured in dots per inch. Monitor resolution is measured in pixels.
ROM
Read Only Memory (ROM) is where permanent information is stored.
status sheet
A report that lists the printer settings and other printer information.
TrueType
An outline font format that was developed jointly by Apple® Computer and Microsoft Corporation. TrueType fonts are outline fonts that can be easily resized for screen display or for printing.
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