Desktop PC

Desktop PC

Any personal computing system that is small enough to be used at a desk.

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Desktop PC

A computer configuration that allows a user to boot one of a choice of two operating systems on a PC. Some possible dual boot combinations include Windows 95/Windows NT, Windows NT/OS/2, and Windows ...

Data terminal equipment (DTE)

Computer; Desktop PC

In the RS-232-C hardware standard, any device, such as a microcomputer or a terminal, that has the ability to transmit information in digital form over a cable or a communications line.

Dual processors

Computer; Desktop PC

Two processors used in a computer to speed its operation—one processor to control memory and the bus,and another to manage input/output. Many personal computers use a second processor to perform ...

Data terminal ready (DTR)

Computer; Desktop PC

A signal used in serial communications sent, for example, by a computer to its modem to indicate that the computer is ready to accept incoming transmission.

Dry run

Computer; Desktop PC

Running a programme intended to have a dramatic effect, such as formatting a disc or printing a book,with the effect disabled, thus avoiding formatting a disc with data on it or wasting paper.