Silicon Graphics IRIS Indigo Owner's Manual page 218

Glossary
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superuser
An alternate name for the user of the root login account. See also system administrator.
system
All the hardware and software that makes up the workstation.
system administration
The tasks associated with setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting a networked or
stand-alone system.
system administrator
The individual responsible for setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting a system.
The system administrator uses the root login account to perform most administrative
tasks.
system crash
When the IRIX operating system fails and the system will not accept any keyboard or
mouse input.
system disk
The physical disk that contains the standard IRIX operating system software (the
software that makes your workstation run).
system software
The standard IRIX operating system software and Silicon Graphics tools. These come on
the system disk and on the CD that you use in the event of a system crash.
Tape Tool
A tool for copying files to and from local and remote tapes or disks. It is available through
the System toolchest.
TCP/IP
The standard networking software that is included in the system software.
thumbscrew
The ridged knob attached to a screw in a cable connector. You turn it to secure the
connector to an outlet.