standalone A notebook used on its own rather than linked into a
network.
stop bit A serial communications parameter used to make sure
that transmitting and receiving equipment are in step
with one another.
text editor A program which allows you to create and edit batch
files and other text files.
utility A program used by the operating system to organise and
control files, disks and devices.
VGA A video graphics adapter and standard providing a
selection of screen modes.