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Desktop PC
Any personal computing system that is small enough to be used at a desk.
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Cheque bit
Computer; Desktop PC
One of a set of bits added to a data messageat its origin and scrutinised by the receiving process to determine whether an error has occurred duringtransmission. The simplest example is a parity bit.
Cheque digit
Computer; Desktop PC
A digit added to an account number or other identifying key value and thenrecomputed when the number is used. This process determines whether an error occurred when the number wasentered.
Compressed digital video (CDV)
Computer; Desktop PC
The compression of video imagesfor high-speed transmission. 2、Acronym for compact disc video. A 5-inch videodisc.
System failure
Computer; Desktop PC
The inability of a computer to continue functioning, usually caused by software rather than hardware.
Sysop
Computer; Desktop PC
Short for system operator. The overseer of a BBSor a small multi-user computer system.
