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GLOSSARY
Standalone: A single KVM switch that operates independently (not connected to others).
Static Mode: The predominant mode of operation of the KVM switch. The switch
enters this state whenever it has not received a button press for at least five seconds.
OSD: On-Screen Display, a Graphical User Interface that can be used to control and
configure the KVM switch.
View: When discussing switching between ports, viewing means that the console is
receiving video from the computer. Viewing requires that the console also has focus
on the port.