Glossary
output: The results of a computer operation. Output commonly indicates data 1) printed on paper, 2) displayed at a terminal, 3) sent through the serial port of internal modem, or 4) stored on some magnetic media.
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PAL: PAL (Phase Alternating Line) is the dominant video and broadcasting standard in Europe.
parity: 1) The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values (integers) both of which are either on or off; odd or even; 0 or 1. 2) In serial communications, an error detection bit that is added to a group of data bits making the sum of the bits even or odd. Parity can be set to none, odd, or even.
password: A unique string of characters used to identify a specific user. The computer provides various levels of password protection such as user and supervisor.
PCI: Peripheral Component Interconnect. An industry standard
peripheral: Any device, such as a printer or joystick, that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer's CPU.
Péritel: Péritel is a
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pixel: A picture element. The smallest dot that can be made on a display or printer. Also called a pel.
plug and play: A capability with Windows that enables the system to automatically recognize connections of external devices and make the necessary configurations in the computer.
pointing device: Any device, such as the TouchPad or a mouse, that enables you to move the cursor on the screen.
port: The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers.
Power Saver: A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various
program: A set of instructions a computer can execute that enables it to achieve a desired result. See also application.
prompt: A message the computer provides indicating it is ready for or requires information or an action from you.
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