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Glossary
R RAM. See random access memory.
random access memory (RAM). Memory that allows
rapid storage and retrieval of data. RAM contents are
erased when electrical power is turned off.
Ready. A printer state in which the printer can receive,
process, and print data.
resolution. A measure of the sharpness of a printed
image, expressed in the number of dots per inch (dpi).
S scalable font. A font whose characters are stored only as
outlines so it is easy to change (or scale) the size of the
characters (measured in points).
screen font. A downloadable font that appears the same
on the computer screen as it does on a printed page.
serial interface. A way of communicating between
computer and printer by transmitting data one bit at a
time.
server. A device that allows the sharing of resources, such
as printers, on a network.
service message. An operator panel display message that
indicates the printer needs service.
setting. Values you choose from printer menus or
software applications that control printer operation and
theappearanceoftheprintedpage.
setup utility. A program provided with the printer that
installs printer drivers, tests printer setup, and completes
the setup of printer options.
short-edge binding. A printer setting that arranges the
orientation and layout of a duplexed page to be bound
along the short side of the page.
simplex. See single-sided printing.