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GLOSSARY
nonimpact printer
object file
Printer that forms characters without any strikes of a key or element
against the paper.
Source file converted into machine language (binary code).
offline
Devices not under the active control of a central processing unit. For
example, a computer makes output to a magnetic tape. The tape is
then used by an offline printing system to produce printed data.
Offline operations are much slower than online operations. See also
online.
offset
To place pages currently being printed in slightly different positions
from previous pages.
offset printing
online
operating system
operation
operator area
operator command
Widely-used method of commercial and corporate printing, where ink
is picked up by a metal or paper plate, passed to an offset drum, and
then passed to the paper.
Devices under the direct control of a central processing unit, for
example a printing system in interactive communication with a
mainframe. See also offline.
Basic host- or LPS-resident controlling program that governs the
operations of a computer, such as job entry, input/output, and data
management. The operating system is always running when the
computer is active. Unlike other types of programs, it does not run to
an end point and stop. The operating system of a Xerox LPS is
referred to as the operating system software (OSS).
Well-defined action that, when applied to any permissible
combination of known entities, produces a new entity.
The 24-inch exclusive clearance that must be available directly in
front of each component of an LPS for operator activities.
Statement to control a program, issued through a console device, PC
UI, or terminal, causing a control program to provide requested
information, alter normal operations, initiate new operations, or
terminate existing operations.
orientation
1. In reference to image area, orientation describes whether the
printed lines are parallel to the long edge of the paper or the short
edge of the paper. 2. Choice of printing portrait (vertically) or
landscape (horizontally).
origin
In reference to image area, this is the upper left corner of a sheet.
output
overprinting
1. Material produced by a peripheral device of a computer, such as a
printout or a magnetic tape. 2. Result of completed operations.
Printing more than one character at the same position.
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