Glossary
virtual storage
VS. (1) Storage space that may be regarded as addressable main storage by the user of a computer system in which virtual addresses are mapped to real addresses. The size of virtual storage is limited by the addressing scheme of the computer system and by the amount of auxiliary storage available, not by the number of main storage locations. (2) Addressable space that is apparent to the user as processor storage space, from which the instructions and the data are mapped to the processor storage locations (A, D, I).
volt
A measure of the difference in electrical potential between two points in a conductor, equal to one ohm resistance carrying a constant current of one ampere, with a power dissipation of one watt (D). See volts alternating current; volts direct current.
volts alternating current
VAC. A term for classifying the system in which volts exist. VAC means that the volts exist in a circuit where the electricity can travel in either direction. Contrast with volts direct current. See volt.
volts direct current
VDC. A term for classifying the system in which volts exist. VDC means that the electricity has a specific path it must follow. Contrast with volts alternating current. See volt.
W
warning message
A message that indicates a possible error has been detected. See also error message.
watt
A unit of power in the International System equal to one joule
window
The main window for the HAFM application or Product Manager applications. Each application has a unique window that is divided into separate panels for the title, navigation control, alerts, and the main or Product View. The user performs all management and monitoring functions for these Fibre Channel products through the application window.
workstation
A terminal or microcomputer usually connected to a network or mainframe at which a user can perform applications.
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