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SCSI
An abbreviation for
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mall
C
omputer
S
ystem
I
nterface. This is
a standard for connecting external devices (i.e. scanners and storage
devices) to computers.
Serial port
An input/output port in a computer through which data is
transmitted and received one bit at a time.
Setup
(1) A utility program which modifies the BIOS.
(2) In a computer that consists of an assembly of individual
computing units, the arrangement of interconnections be-
tween the units, and the adjustments needed for the com-
puter to operate.
(3) The preparation of a computing system to perform a job or
job step. Setup is usually performed by an operator and
often involves performing routine functions.
(4) The preparation of the system for normal operation.
Stop clock
A mode in which the CPU effectively shuts down.
Stop grant
A mode in which the CPU stops processing instructions.
TCP/IP
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ransmission
C
ontrol
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rotocol/
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nternet
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rotocol. A set of com-
munication protocols developed by the U.S. Department of
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