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Digital Signage Glossary

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Cache - (pronounced cash) The term for high-speed computer memory that temporarily stores web pages you have visited and other frequently used data, so tat data can be accessed more quickly.

Clip - Refers to a media file in a Web page or presentation.

Compression - By compressing data, or making it smaller, your computer uses less memory to store information. Compressed data takes less bandwidth and allows faster transmission.
Configuration - Refers to the technical specifications of the computer to be used for the digital signage application. These specifications typically include processor speed, the amount of RAM, hard drive space, and the type of video card in the machine.
Cookie - A small file from a server computer, sent to and stored by your computer when you browse certain Web sites. When you log onto a Web page and fill in your name and other information, this may result in a cookie that stores information such as your login, or username, passwords, shopping cart information, etc. on your computer . When you revisit the Web site, the cookie enables the server to "recognize" you, eliminating the need to reenter the information.