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Glossary

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N

Network

Link between programming devices and programmable controllers by means of
interface modules, physical cables, and the corresponding software to allow data
exchange between the devices.

O

Operating System

Collective term for all functions which, in conjunction with the hardware, control
and monitor execution of the user programs, the distribution of resources among
the individual user programs, and the maintenance of the operating mode (for
example, Windows 98, MS-DOS).

P

Parallel Interface

Information is transmitted byte for byte via a parallel interface (port). This means
that the transmission rate is very fast. The programming devices have one parallel
interface (LPT1).

Password

Unique sequence of characters that is entered for user identification. See Access
Protection.

PC

Personal computer