GLOSSARY
point size Height of character set from the top of its ascenders to the bottom of its descenders in units (points). Point size does not always include leading.
portrait page orientation Orientation of print lines or the top of an illustration parallel to the short edge of the paper if the sheet is within the standard size range. Sheets larger than standard have the reverse print orientation.
printer Output device that produces hardcopy printouts. Also referred to as the IOT.
print file Position of the system disk memory (up to 4 MB) received for temporary storage of formatted pages for printing. Pages are retained until they are delivered to the output tray.
printout Informal expression referring to almost anything printed by a computer peripheral device.
process 1. To perform a systematic sequence of operations, such as add, edit, delete. 2. To produce a specific result by manipulating data.
program Complete set of instructions in language compatible with the device to be used. A program directs a system to perform each operation at the right time in the proper sequence.
programmer Person involved in designing, writing, and testing computer programs.
prompt Message or symbol displayed on a system console requiring the operator to take action.
proportional font Font containing characters that vary in width. See also fixed font.
proportional spacing Text in which each alphanumeric character is given a weighted amount of space. Such output has
proportional type Characters that vary in width.
protocol Formal set of conventions governing the format of data and the control of information exchange between two communication devices.
purge To delete data from a system.
queue List of documents waiting to be processed.
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