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Operating systems

Software that handles the basic functionality of hardware.

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Issuer

Computer; Operating systems

The certification authority which issued the certificate to the subject.

Compiler

Computer; Operating systems

A programme that translates all the source code of a programme written in a high-level language into object code prior to execution of the program.

Open order

Computer; Operating systems

An order that has not yet been posted to the ledger.

Rounding

Computer; Operating systems

The process of approximating a number by representing it with a fewer number of digits.

Working directory

Computer; Operating systems

The directory in which Web server software is installed.

Metafile

Computer; Operating systems

A file that contains or defines other files. Many operating systems use metafiles to contain directory information about other files on a given storage device.

Pager

Computer; Operating systems

A pocket-sized wireless electronic device that uses radio signals to record incoming phone numbers or short text messages. Some pagers allow users to send messages as well.

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