70-640 Exam – Active Directory Printer object
Process A running program containing one or more threads. A process encapsulates the pro-tected memory and environment for its threads.
processor A circuit designed to automatically perform lists of logical and arithmetic opera-tions. Unlike microprocessors, processors may be designed from discrete components rather than be a monolithic integrated circuit.
processor affinity The association of a a certification with specific processes that are running on the computer. Processor affinity is used to configure multiple processors.
Protected Mode A security feature of Internet Explorer that prevents malicious code from being run outside of the Temporary Internet Files directory, unless specifically granted access. protocol An established rule of communication adhered to by the parties operating under it. Protocols provide a context in which to interpret communicated information. Computer pro- tocols are rules used by communicating devices and software services to format data in a way that all participants understand.
random access memory (RAM) Integrated circuits that store digital bits in massive arrays of logical gates or capacitors. RAM is the primary memory store for modern computers, storing all running software processes and contextual data. RAS See Remote Access Service.
ReadyBoost A new technology included with Windows Vista that allows you to use USB flash memory to increase the performance of a computer by storing data on the flash memory rather than on the hard disk’s pagefile. Windows is able to access data stored on flash drives more quickly than data stored on hard drives.
ReadyDrive ReadyDrive is a new technology included with 70-680 that can be used to speed up the boot process, resume from a hibernation state faster, and conserve battery power. ReadyDrive relies on new hybrid hard disks, which uses flash memory technology in conjunction with mechanical hard disk technology.
Really Simple Syndication (RSS) RSS is a content syndication technology that enables a website to syndicate content via an RSS file, which is a formatted XML document.
Recycle Bin A folder that holds files and folders that have been deleted. Files can be retrieved or cleared (for permanent deletion) from the Recycle Bin.
REGEDIT A Windows program, the Registry Editor, which is used to edit the Registry. Registry A database of settings required and maintained by Windows Vista and its compo- nents. The Registry contains all of the configuration information used by the computer. It is stored as a hierarchical structure and is made up of keys, hives, and value entries.