Dell Latitude C610 - Manual (Page 161)

I/O - input/output
An operation or device that enters and extracts data from your computer. Keyboards and printers are I/O
devices.
IrDA - Infrared Data Association
A standards organization which developed the specifications for infrared communication.
IR sensor - infrared sensor
A port that allows you to transfer data between the computer and IR-compatible devices without using a
cable connections.
ISP - Internet service provider
Any company that allows you to access its host server to connect directly to the Internet. The ISP gives you
a software package, user name, and access phone numbers for a monthly fee. If your computer has a
modem, you can connect to the Internet, access websites, and send and receive e-mail.
K
KB - kilobyte
A unit of data that equals 1,024 bytes but is often referred to as 1,000 bytes.
keyboard shortcut - A command requiring you to press multiple keys at the same time. Also referred to
as key combination.
kg - kilogram
A unit measuring mass that equals 1,000 grams.
L
LAN - local area network
A computer network covering a small area. A LAN usually is confined to a building or a few nearby buildings.
A LAN can be connected to another LAN over any distance via telephone lines and radio waves to form a