DNS Directory Name System. This allows the library to recognize text-based
addresses instead of numeric IP addresses.
download
To transfer programs or data from a computer to a connected device,
typically a personal computer.
To transfer data from a computer to a connected device, such as a
workstation or microcomputer.
DPF Data Path Failover.
DRAM
Dynamic random-access memory.
drive, magnetic tape
A mechanism for moving magnetic tape and controlling its movement.
DRV Drive.
DSE Data security erase.
DSP Digital signal processor.
E
EBCDIC
Extended binary-coded decimal interchange code.
EC Edge connector. Engineering change.
ECC Error correction code.
EEPROM
Electrically erasable programmable read-only memory.
EIA Electronics Industries Association.
EIA unit
A unit of measure, established by the Electronic Industries Association,
equal to 44.45 millimeters (1.75 inches).
eject To remove or force out from within.
EKM Encryption Key Manager.
electronic mail
Correspondence in the form of messages transmitted between user
terminals over a computer network.
e-mail See electronic mail.
EPO Emergency power off.
EPROM
Erasable programmable read only memory.
EQC Equipment check.
equipment check
An asynchronous indication of a malfunction.
Error log
A dataset or file in a product or system where error information is stored
for later access.
ESD Electrostatic discharge.
Glossary H-5
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