Access Time: The time that elapses from the moment information is requested and the information is delivered. Usually given in nanoseconds (ns) for memory chips and milliseconds (ms) for disk drives.

 

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Access Time: The time that elapses from the moment information is requested and the information is delivered. Usually given in nanoseconds (ns) for memory chips and milliseconds (ms) for disk drives.

Static Random Access Memory (SRAM): SRAM is a type of memory that is faster and more reliable than the more common DRAM (dynamic RAM). The term static is derived from the fact that it doesn't need to be refreshed like dynamic . . . View Full Definition

Screen Time: The duration of a program--which is normally shorter than the time represented in the program's narrative (that is, its story time). E.g., the story time of one soap opera episode is typical . . . View Full Definition

Sensitivity Time Control (STC): An electronic circuit designed to automatically increase the gain as the electron beam is deflected from the center to the edge of the scope. Also called anti-clutter gain control.

Sentiment Indicators: The general feeling of investors about the state of the market, such as whether they are bullish or bearish.

Self-Timer: A setting that allows a lapse between pressing the shutter button and firing of the camera.

Run-Time Error: an error that does not disrupt compiling, but causes your program to abort with an error message when running, e.g., 'segmentation fault' and 'floating point exception'

Relative Time: Type of geologic time (absolute time being the other) that places events in a sequence relative to each other.

Remote Access Services (RAS): A feature built into Windows NT that enables users to log into an NT-based LAN using a modem, X.25 connection or WAN link. RAS works with several major network protocols, including TCP/IP, I . . . View Full Definition

Response Time: A determination made by CPS and law enforcement regarding the immediacy of the response needed to a report of child abuse or neglect.