Epson Progression U12 - Manual (Page 202)

MS-DOS
Microsoft Disk Operating System. The operating system most
commonly used with your computer. MS-DOS is a command-
based, single-user, single-tasking operating system. See also
DOS, OS/2, and Operating system.
Multifrequency monitor
A monitor that accepts input at different frequencies and can
display in a variety of resolutions.
Multitasking
The ability of a computer and an operating system to work on
more than one command or task at a time. The tasks are
actually not performed at the same time, but assigned priorities
and rapidly processed by the computer in sequential order. See
also OS/2 and UNIX.
Network server
The main computer in a network which controls access to the
rest of the network computers (called workstations). The server
also provides mass storage, programs, and other resources to
the workstations.
Network server mode
An optional password mode that provides special security if
you are using your computer as a network server. See also
Password.
Numeric keypad
The number and cursor control keys grouped to the right of the
keyboard. The operation of the dual-use keys on the numeric
keypad is controlled by the key.
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