Operating systems

Operating systems

Software that handles the basic functionality of hardware.

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Stash file

Computer; Operating systems

A local file that holds the master key for the Kerberos database.

Plus pointer

Computer; Operating systems

The pointer that appears when you move the pointer to the left edge of a field in a datasheet. When the plus pointer appears, you can click to select the entire field.

Full differential backup

Computer; Operating systems

A backup of all files in the database, containing only changes made to the database since the most recent full backup. A full differential backup requires a full backup as a base.

Snapshot

Computer; Operating systems

A static image of a set of data, such as the records displayed as the result of a query.

Stop

Computer; Operating systems

A user interface item that halts a process or action, typically without restoring the prior state.

Property trigger

Computer; Operating systems

The mechanism by which a change in one property triggers either an instant or an animated change in one or more other properties.

Quiet mode

Computer; Operating systems

The mode of a command-line application where it does not display confirmation messages or any other user interface items that normally appear on screen. The switch for quiet mode is typically '/q'.