Xerox 4890 IPS Printer User Manual


 
GLOSSARY
GLOSSARY-6 XEROX DOCUPRINT 4850/4890 IPS INSTALLATION PLANNING GUIDE
electronic publishing The integrated production of documents on demand, using digitally
stored documents, computerized composition, and electronic
printing systems.
enabler Hardware devices or software packages that allow the printer to
perform as specified.
Ethernet Network standard consisting of a coaxial cable or twisted pair and
associated components for connecting workstations to each other, to
file servers, and to peripherals. This communication system enables
workstation users to share information and services.
EtherTalk Hardware interface and network software for Apple Macintosh
computers that provides connection to an Ethernet network.
Extended Binary Coded Decimal
Interchange Code (EBCDIC)
Coded character set consisting of 8-bit coded characters. It can
accommodate 256 characters.
extension Portion of a filename that follows a period. in some instances it
identifies the file type. For example, .ps specifies a PostScript file.
fault Condition which prevents proper processing of a print job and
requires the intervention of an operator. For example, a paper jam is
a fault.
FDL forms description language. LPS-resident source language used for
designing electronic forms. See also FSL; form.
field Preset place for entering information.
file Set of records or text that can be stored and retrieved. Organized,
named collection of records treated as a unit. For offline, it is the data
between the two tape marks. For online, it is the data between
banner pages.
file maintenance Keeping a file up to date by regularly adding, changing, or deleting
data.
filename Name of a file or directory in a command line.
finisher Any optional output finishing solution, for example, the stitcher/
stacker.
firmware Permanent programs stored in read-only memory (ROM).
fixed disk Disk drive that is mounted within a computer and is not removable.
fixed font Font containing characters with fixed spacing.