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CONFIG.SYS

a DOS file containing data concerning the configuration of the computer’s drivers, keyboard and memory.

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configure

to set up computer hardware and/or software so it functions in a particular way.

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connect

to go online.

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connect time

the amount of time spent online during one or more computer sessions.

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console

the combination of keyboard and computer display monitor.

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content

all of the information contained on a Website.

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content provider

usually a free online service provider offering a wide variety of services such as news, weather, stock quotes, entertainment, games, discussion forums and more. see online service.

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contrast

the intensity and clarity of light and dark values while shown in grayscale either on a display monitor or a printer. The use of distinct black and white values represents high contrast while the use of gray shows lower contrast.

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Control key

the keyboard key labeled Ctr, used like the shift key in that it changes the function of other keys. On the Macintosh the Control key is called the Command key or the Apple key.

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Control Panel

an application that allows the user to set many individual features on a computer such as keyboard and mouse settings, power management, monitor and many system settings. In Windows, the Control Panel can be accessed by clicking on the Start button and then Settings. From the Desktop the path would be, My Computer and Control Panel. For the Macintosh, access can be found under the Apple menu.