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Operating systems
Software that handles the basic functionality of hardware.
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bitmask
Software; Operating systems
A numeric value intended for a bit-by-bit value comparison with other numeric values, typically to flag options in parameter or return values. Usually this comparison is done with bitwise logical ...
intelligent drive electronics
Software; Operating systems
A type of disk-drive interface in which the controller electronics reside on the drive itself, eliminating the need for a separate adapter card. IDE offers advantages such as look-ahead caching to ...
grace time
Software; Operating systems
The time period during which a product or service will remain functional before the user or customer must license, register, renew, or otherwise (re)activate their product or subscription.
issuer
Software; Operating systems
The certification authority which issued the certificate to the subject.
bitwise comparison
Software; Operating systems
A bit-by-bit comparison of identically positioned bits in two numeric expressions.
editing pen flick
Software; Operating systems
A gesture you can make with a tablet pen to quickly navigate and perform shortcuts. Editing pen flicks include copy, paste, delete, and undo.
