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Glossary
system, managing input/output, file maintenance, and execution of programs. Since MS-DOS is a 16-bit
system, it does not support multitasking the way Windows 95 and Windows 98 do.
NDIS
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Network Device Interface Specification
A software interface between driver software and protocol stacks, NDIS allows a single network interface
card (NIC) to support multiple network protocols. Developed by Microsoft.
NVRAM
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Non-volatile RAM
Random access memory which retains its contents when power is removed from the system.
ODI
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Open Data-link Interface
A software interface between driver software and protocol stacks, ODI allows a single interface card to
support multiple network protocols. Developed by Novell.
OEM
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Original equipment manufacturer. The OEM for the Stylistic LT is FPSI.
OS
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Operating System
The operating system is the heart of a computer’s software. The OS directs the system input/output
operations, memory and file management, and CPU time allocation. See MS-DOS.
PC Card
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A removable card, such as modem, Ethernet, or storage card, that conforms to the PCMCIA specification.
PCI Bus
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The PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) bus is a specification introduced by Intel corporation that
provides a processor-independent data path between the CPU and high-speed peripherals.
PCMCIA
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Personal Computer Memory Card International Association
PCMCIA cards - also known as PC Cards - are built to a standard established by a group of
manufacturers and vendors in 1990. PCMCIA was developed to provide a common standard for
designing PC Cards. A variety of peripherals can be added to computers via a PCMCIA slot, including
modems, LAN radios, and GPS receivers. The web site for the PCMCIA is <http://www.pc-card.com/>.
PenX
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PenX is the pen support software provided by CIC for the Stylistic LT pen tablet. PenX is an OS extension
that provides a common API for system and pen drivers. Using a common API allows accurate inking
and handwriting recognition.
Summary of Contents for stylistic lt
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