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Knowledge Base - Glossary of Terms
Glossary is usually defined as an alphabetical list of technical terms in some specialized field of knowledge. This knowledge base glossary provides a collection of knowledge base documents that define many technical terms. These terms are arranged alphabetically, but you can quickly jump to a specific term by selecting its first letter from the index of the knowledge base glossary below.
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296 Glossary Terms Found
Random Access Memory (RAM)
Computer memory that allows data to be read or written at a particular location without having to pass sequentially through preceding locations.

Range
Refers to the maximum allowable full-scale signal (input or output) that yields a specified performance level.

Rate Generator
A device that provides a TTL-level pulse output at software programmable frequency.

Read Only Memory (ROM)
Computer memory in which data can be routinely read but written to only using special means when the ROM is manufactured. ROM is used for storing data or programs on a permanent basis.

Real-Time
Data acted upon immediately instead of being accumulated and processed at a later time.

Rectangular Window
No window. Recommended for use when your signal content contains random noise (white noise) or closely spaced sine waves.

Repeatability
The ability of an instrument to give the same output or reading under repeated identical conditions.

Resolution
The smallest significant number to which a measurement can be determined. For example, a converter with 12-bit resolution can reslove on part in 4096 (212).

RGB
An electrical display standard where three different signals Red, Green, Blue transmit the image information.

Ribbon Cable
A flat cable in which the conductors are side by side rather than in a bundle.

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