lexlp
A program that opens the Print Properties for a particular job.
lines per inch
A function of the printer driver that allows the user to specify the number of
lines to be printed on one inch of the paper. This number works with the lines
per page setting to specify how much of the paper will be covered with text.
lines per page
A function of the printer driver that allows the user to specify the number of
lines to be printed on a page. This number works with the lines per inch setting
to increase or decrease the font size.
Local Area Network (LAN)
A computer network located on a user's premises within a limited geographical
area.
lsqueue_opts
A command line program that lists print queue property options that are
required when printing with command line options.
mkdevice
A command line program that creates a virtual device.
mkqueue
A command line program that creates a print queue.
My Printers
A subgroup of printers set aside by a user to simplify printing options.
name server
A DNS server that resolves hostnames to addresses.
netmask
A bit mask that specifies the local network portion of an IP address, letting you
logically subdivide a network.
network address
The logical location on the LAN where a device, such as a printer, is located,
typically 12 characters long.
Network Information System (NIS)
A UNIX service that lets administrators configure users, groups, hostnames, and
other network information for a group of systems, rather than on each
individual system.
network print server
The print server card installed in the printer.
network printer
A printer with either an internal print server or an external print server
connecting it to the LAN.
NIS See Network Information System (NIS).
NIS tables Configuration tables. See Network Information System (NIS).
Packet Internet Groper (PING)
Software that tests whether an IP destination can be reached by sending it an
ICMP echo request and waiting for a reply.
parity
A type of error detection method used in serial communications. Choices are
Even, Odd, None, or Ignore. The sending device must match the receiving port.
PING See Packet Internet Groper.
pkgadd
The System V software package add utility.
pkginfo
The System V software package list utility.
pkgrm
The System V software package removal utility.
port
The physical opening on the computer or external print server into which the
printer cable connects.
Print and Hold
A function of the printer driver that allows you to store a job in the buffer of the
printer and print from the control panel.
print file
A method of selecting a specific file from within the printer driver to print.
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