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Glossary
Issue 4.0 October 1996
GL-13
first-in/first-out
The first call (or data) to be received is the first call (or data) to be processed.
F key
See
function key.
FOOS
See facility out-of-service.
format
To set up a disk, floppy diskette, or tape with a predetermined arrangement of characters so that
the system can interpret meaningful information.
function
Individual steps or procedures within a mailbox activity.
function key (F key)
A key on a computer keyboard that performs a defined function when pressed. The user
interface for the Lucent Intuity system defines keys F1 through F8.
G
Generic 1, 2, or 3
Lucent switch system software releases. Generic 1, Generic 3i, and Generic 3s correspond to the
new generation of System 75-based software. Generic 2 and Generic 3r correspond to the new
release of System 85-based software.
generic tape
A copy of the standard software and stand-alone tape utilities that is shipped with a new Lucent
Intuity system.
GOS
See grade of service.
grade of service (GOS)
A parameter that describes the delays in accessing a port on the Lucent Intuity system. For
example, if the GOS is P05, 95% of the callers would hear the system answer and 5% would hear
ringing until a port became available to answer the call.
guaranteed fax
A feature of Lucent Intuity FAX Messaging that temporarily stores faxes sent to a fax machine. In
cases where the fax machine is busy or does not answer a call, the call is sent to an Intuity AUDIX
mailbox.
guest password
A feature that allows users who are not Intuity AUDIX subscribers to leave messages on the
system by dialing a subscriber’s extension and entering a system-wide guest password.