Glossary

ADF

Automatic document feeder. The ADF is used to automatically feed originals into the device for copying, scanning, or faxing.

all-in-one

A designation given to HP devices that can perform several functions, such as printing, faxing, copying, and scanning.

browser

Short for Web browser, a software program that is used to locate and open Web pages.

collate

The process of printing a multiple-copy job in sets. When collate is selected, the device prints an entire set before printing additional copies. Otherwise, the device prints the specified number of copies of one page before printing the subsequent pages.

comma (,)

A comma in a fax dial sequence indicates that the device will pause at that point in the dialing sequence.

contrast

The difference between the dark and light areas of an image. The lower the number value, the more closely the shades resemble each other. The higher the number, the more the shades appear separate from each other.

dedicated line

A single telephone line that is used exclusively for either voice calls or fax calls.

DIMM

Dual inline memory module, a small circuit board that holds memory. A single in-line memory module (SIMM) has a 32-bit path to the memory, whereas a DIMM has a 64-bit path.

distinctive ring

A service offered by some telephone companies in some regions/countries that allows two or three phone numbers to be set up on the same telephone line. Each phone number has a different ring pattern, and the fax machine can be configured to recognize the distinctive ring of the fax number.

dots per inch (dpi)

A measurement of resolution that is used for printing. Generally, more dots per inch result in a higher resolution, more visible detail in the image, and a larger file size.

DSL

Digital subscriber line, a technology that enables a high-speed, direct connection to the Internet through telephone lines.

ENWW

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