S's BACK FORWARD HOME Save To store information by transferring it from main memory (RAM) to a disk. Work that is not saved disappears when you turn off the computer or if the power is interrupted. Scanner A machine that optically reads an image, whether on paper or three dimensional, and converts it into digital form on the Mac, where it can be displayed and edited. Scanning order The order in which the Mac searches the disk drives for a startup disk. Scrapbook A desk accessory in which you can save frequently used pictures or passages of text. The Scrapbook can store multiple images. You can cut or copy images from the Scrapbook and paste them into documents created with most application programs. Scroll To move a document or directory in its window so that a different part of it is visible. You scroll using the scroll arrows, scroll bars and scroll box. Scroll box The box within the scroll bar that is used to navigate through a window. You can get a rough idea of where you are in a window by the position of the scroll box. SCSI Small Computer System Interface. SCSI cable terminator A device used in a SCSI chain to maintain the integrity of the signals going through the chain. With some devices, such as the Apple internal hard disk, the terminator is built in. SCSI Chain A group of SCSI devices linked to one another through SCSI peripheral cables linked to the SCSI port on the computer through a SCSI system cable. SCSI port The socket on the back panel of the computer to which you connect SCSI devices. Select To designate which object will receive the next action you take. Selecting is usually done by clicking or dragging. Selection The selected object or objects. A selected object is usually highlighted. Serial Ports The connectors for peripheral devices that receive data in a serial format (that is, one bit at a time). The printer and modem ports on the Mac are serial ports. Serif A font that has small ledges at the tip of each letter. Times font is an example of a Serif type. Shared Disk A hard disk, CD-ROM disc, or other medium whose contents can be retrieved over the network. A disk can be shared by a file server or a Mac that has file sharing turned on. Shared Folder A folder that is available to some or all network users over the network. Shareware Software that is distributed for free, primarily via electronic bulletin boards, the Internet, and on-line services. The programmer requests that you send a payment to him or her if you decide to use the program. Shift-click To click the mouse button while holding down the shift key, used to extend or shorten a selection and to select more than one item. Shift-drag To drag while holding down the shift key, used to select two or more groups of objects by holding down the Shift key while you drag diagonally to enclose each group of objects in a rectangle. SIMM Single-In-Line-Memory Module, a circuit board that contains eight RAM chips. SIMMS are connected to SIMM sockets on the computer's main circuit board. Size box A box on the bottom right corner of the active window. Dragging the size box resizes the window. Slow Keys An Easy Access feature that lets you set a delay before each keystroke is accepted by the computer. Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) A specification of mechanical, electrical, and functional standards for connecting peripheral devices such as hard disks, printers, and optical disks to small computers. Software Computer applications created to take advantage of the operating system. Software titles range from children's programs to the most advanced software that meets scientific, mathematics and medical needs. Sound Output Port A socket on the back panel of the Mac marked with a speaker icon, used to connect headphones or speakers to the Mac. Source The disk or folder that holds the original of a file to be copied or translated, as in source disk. Spreadsheet A table of rows and columns used to add numbers. Startup Disk A disk with all the necessary program files - such as the Finder and System files contained in the System Folder - to set the computer into operation. Startup Drive The disk drive from which you can start up your computer system. The disk in this drive must contain a System Folder. Stationery A document that serves as a template. When you open stationery document, a copy of the document is created and opened. The original remains unchanged. Stationery (Other) Writing materials such as paper, cards and envelopes. Sticky Keys An Easy Access feature that lets you type combination key strokes without actually pressing the keys simultaneously. StyleWriter™ A low-cost, high quality, slow speed Apple Inkjet printer. Submenu A hierarchical menu item; a mini menu that pops out, usually to the right of the main menu command, offering several more options or variations. Sub Page Additional pages in a Web site. Some browsers make things easier by placing text links at the bottom of every page. Some sections will have a series of links to more information within that section. Subtraction Sign In ClarisWorks™ and many other spreadsheet programs the keyboard key to subtract is the hyphen or the minus sign (-) on the numeric keypad. System Extension A program that expands the capabilities of system software (for example, device drivers), System extensions are stored in the Extensions folder in the System Folder. System File The file that Macs use to start up and to provide system wide information, including fonts, sounds, and keyboard layouts. The System file must be in the System Folder. System Folder A folder containing the programs that Macs use to start up and operate. A disk that contains a System Folder is a startup disk. System Software Software components that support application programs by managing system resources (such as memory) and input and output devices. Also known as the operating system. Another Mr. Norwich Lesson Plan™ ©1994-2002 hard drivec afé™ ©www.hdcnyc.com