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G-12 Glossary
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Mount NetWare
Volumes
A NetWare-specific technique that makes a volume
available to users on the network. It is similar to
creating directories in DOS and making those
directories available to users.
MS-DOS
Emulation Mode
A mode in Microsoft OS/2 that allows you to run
DOS applications This mode emulates MS-DOS so
that these applications can run while in OS/2.
Multiprocessing
Two or more processors on a server that allow
simultaneous cache-supported operation of each
microprocessor. The processors share system
memory, which allows for the most effective use of
system memory when a second system processor
is added.
NDIS Drivers
Network Driver Interface Specification drivers. DOS
and OS/2 drivers found on the OS/2 Support
Software Diskette from Compaq that support media
and protocol independent communications. These
drivers provide a standard protocol transportation
interface to a single network board without conflict.
Network
Management
To monitor and control the network infrastructure.
For example, wire and internetwork devices.
NIC
Network interface controller. A controller that acts as
the communications interface between a personal
computer and a network.
