Glossary - Epson PhotoPC 3000Z User Manual

Glossary

application
A software program that helps you carry out a particular task,
such as word processing, image editing, or financial planning.
bit
Short for binary digit. The smallest unit of data in computer
processing. A bit can represent two values: on and off, or 1 and 0.
browser (Web browser)
An application which allows users to view HTML documents.
default
A value or setting that takes effect when the equipment is turned
on, reset, or initialized. Also known as a factory setting.
Design rule for camera file system
Recording standard for image files. Established by the Japan
Electronic Industry Development Association (JEIDA).
Exif2.1
Standard format for audio/image files. Established by the Japan
Electronic Industry Development Association (JEIDA).
exposure
The amount of light the camera captures when a photo is taken.
image
Data representing a two-dimensional scene. A digital image is
composed of pixels arranged in a rectangular array with a
certain height and width. Each pixel may consist of one or more
bits of information, representing the brightness of the image at
that point.
ink jet printer
A printer that transfers ink onto paper by spraying ink through
a number of small nozzles.
interface
A piece of hardware, a method, or a standard used to connect
the computer and the camera.
JPEG
A file format for storing color and grayscale images in
compressed files. Data saved using the JPEG format generally
receives greater compression than data saved using TIFF and
other formats. See TIFF.
macro
An enlargement or a close-up of an image.
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