Data field

(1) The optional third field of a count-key-data (CKD) record. The data field contains data that the program writes. The count field specifies the length of the data field. (2) A ...

data field

Software; Operating systems

A field that contains the result of a query to an external data source.

dynamic data field

Computer; Operating systems

A field that can be used in a workflow rule or template as a placeholder for specific values or text in an e-mail. When you send an e-mail, these placeholders are replaced with ...

mapped data field

Computer; Operating systems

Field that represents commonly used information, such as "First Name." If a data source contains a "First Name" field or a variation, such as "FName," the data source field ...

e-form

Internet; Internet communication

An electronic form used to gather information about a user. E-forms are used to provide feedback, make inquiries, order merchandise, sign up for services, and more.

eject button

Internet; Internet communication

The button pressed to eject a diskette, CD (compact disc), DVD (digital versatile disc), or other removable media from a diskette, CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM drive or other such ...

electrode

Internet; Internet communication

A conductor through which current flows. Batteries, for instance, have two electrodes, the positive electrode is also known as the anode and the negative electrode is known as the ...

ghost imaging

Internet; Internet communication

A method of copying the contents of a computer's entire hard disk to a file. The file can then be placed onto the hard disk of another computer, creating a system with the ...

ghosting

Internet; Internet communication

When an object or icon dragged across the screen leaves a trace behind it.

glass plate

Internet; Internet communication

A plate found on a scanner or copier that the document is placed on to be scanned or copied. The glass allows light to illuminate the print on the document so that it can be ...