Kronos 4000 series User Manual page 139

Employees "punch" when starting or ending a shift, meal, or break. Employees
can punch in a variety of ways, depending on your system. The most common
way to punch is by swiping a badge at a Series 4000 timeclock.
proxy server
A program that handles communications between a protected network and the
Internet. This program typically verifies users and keeps a list of accesses.
quiet zone
In a bar code symbology, a quiet zone is a space that can precede the start pattern
or follow the stop pattern. Quiet zones can sometimes be part of each symbol.
remote configuration
Involves using the host application to set up domains (timeclock groups), define
communication channels, and configure features for each timeclock. You also use
the host application to enter and download information to the timeclock (for
example, employee list, labor entry list, labor account list).
security screw
Screw on the side of the timeclock used to lock and unlock the timeclock cover.
You use a security screw wrench (supplied with the timeclock) to loosen and
tighten the screw.
soft keys
Keys on the timeclock, located immediately to the left and right of the timeclock
display. The keys are used to gain access to local configuration screens, and
initiate functions and transactions at the timeclock.
subnet mask
Numbers included in the IP address that are used to route a packet through the
gateways. Subnet masking allows routers to move the packets more quickly.
symbology
A bar code designed for different purposes. Each bar code adheres to a set of
standards or specifications so that different devices can read the same bar codes.
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