Chapter 1 Introduction 
1-6 CallConnector Operator 
Terminology 
The following terms are used frequently in the manual to identify different kinds of individuals and 
objects. 
 
Term  Meaning 
Administrator  The person responsible for the administration of the 
CallConnector system. 
Dialog  Popup window from which options are selected. 
Directory  A directory is a database that usually contains names 
and related information. 
Database  A database is a file that contains information in a tabular 
format.  
Field  Each column of the database table is called a field. 
Group  A collection of users. A group is also displayed as the 
department in the corporate directory. 
Manager  The person responsible for a group of agents. 
Operator  Person answering and routing the organization’s main 
number calls. 
Presence  Real-time availability status of a user. Presence status 
can include availability, location , telephone status and 
away messages.  
Record or Entry  Each row of the database table is called an entry or a 
record. 
Server  Named directory containing control and data files. 
Sidebar  A secondary window that can display application 
information. A Sidebar can be open and closed without 
effecting the contents of the main window. 
SIP  Session Initiation Protocol – a standardized set of 
messages and methods for setting up communication 
sessions. 
Toolbar  A row of icons on a computer screen that activate 
commands or functions when clicked. 
Users  Individuals who are authorized to use the system. 
Window  An area of the screen where the application displays 
information.