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GLOSSARY
XEROX DOCUPRINT 96/DOCUPRINT 96MX LPS MESSAGE GUIDE GLOSSARY-19
sequential In numeric sequence, usually in ascending order. As applied to a file
organization, describes files in which records are written one after
another and cannot be randomly accessed. For example, the first 99
records in a sequential file-access file have to be read before the
100th record is accessible.
set In setting a separation boundary through the Bin Full Criteria task, set
refers to multiple copies of the same report.
simplex printing Printing on one side of the page. See also duplex printing.
software Programs, including operating systems, procedures, utilities, and
applications programs, written for a system. Software can be
supplied by the hardware manufacturer or other firms but does not
include programs written by the user.
sort To rearrange data records according to a particular item (field) which
they all contain, using a predetermined ordering scheme.
source Terminal node at which data enters a network. For example, a
computer transmitting data through telecommunication lines to
several other computers or receiving terminals.
source file File containing source language statements or commands.
source language Language, high-level or low-level, used by a programmer. A source
language must be converted by a compiler to machine language for
the instructions to be executed.
source program Program written in source language
space Blank area between words, recognized as a character by word and
data processing systems.
special processing Commands allowing the user to process special reports, such as
printing certain records, or printing on special paper.
spooling Process of releasing data from main memory and storing it
temporarily until a peripheral device is ready to accept it, for example
storing text before sending it to a printer.
spot Unit of measurement representing a fraction of an inch, for example,
300 spots per inch (spi). May also be referred to as a picture element
(pixel) or dot.
statement Detailed written instructions in a program step. A statement is written
according to specific rules called syntax.
static data Information usually found on preprinted forms or overlays.