Epson Endeavor WG User Manual

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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 they are 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 together on the

right side of the keyboard. The operation of the dual-use keys

on the numeric keypad is controlled by the

key.

Operating speed

The speed at which the computer’s processor can execute

commands, usually expressed in megahertz (MHz), such as

33

MHz. See also Megahertz.

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