Xerox 96MX - Manual (Page 474)

GLOSSARY
GLOSSARY-20 XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/DOCUPRINT 96MX LPS PDL REFERENCE
stock User-defined name in the JSL that specifies a certain type of paper
for printing a job. See also cluster.
stockset Collection of stocks to be used on a print job. See also stock; cluster.
storage Retention of information. Primary storage refers to internal storage
where data and program instructions pertinent to current operations/
jobs are held. Auxiliary storage refers to external media, such as
disks or tapes, for use at a later time.
string Connected sequence of alphanumeric characters treated as one unit
of data by a program.
symbol Character used in a computer language to specify a particular
function.
synchronous Efficient encoding of data suitable for high-speed, block-oriented
data transmission by using equal time elements.
syntax Rules governing the structure of expressions in a programming
language.
syntax error System response to a mistake in a command entry.
system 1. In data processing, a collection of parts and procedures organized
to accomplish a set of specific functions. 2. Assembly of components
united by some form of regulated interaction to form an organized
whole. 3. Operations or procedures through which a business activity
is accomplished.
system controller Part of the LPS that provides interfacing capability, data handling,
formatting, buffering, and operator control for the system. Also
referred to as the “ESS”.
system disk Magnetic disk storage medium, usually of large capacity, that is not
removable as opposed to floppy disk or disk packs.
system file Master software program that keeps all components working
together.
system generation Process whereby the system is made ready to operate. Typically
involves selecting the operative parameters and activating the
relevant software.
system page Maximum area in which text and graphics can be imaged on a
printing system.
system software Software programs that support and/or control system functions by
governing hardware operation and input/output processes,
interpreting source programs and breaking them down into machine
language, distributing tasks among various processors, and so on.