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Term
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Description
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Nanosecond
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One-billionth of a second.
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Network
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A group of computers connected together capable
of sharing files and resources such as a modems, printers or hard drives.
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Network Adapter
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See NIC.
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Network Administrator
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A person responsible for the maintenance and
operation of a computer network.
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Newsgroup
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A virtual area or chat room on the Internet for
the discussion of a specific topic. There is usually a moderator that can
screen out any non-related or improper messages.
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NIC
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Network Interface Card. An expansion card that
fits into a computer and connects via the network cable to the NICs installed
in other computers on the network. It works with the network operating system
to send and receive information over the network.
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Node
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In networking and communications, a node is any
computer or device attached to the network.
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Noise
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Interference on a communications channel often
caused by nearby electrical equipment, power lines, or poor connections.
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Non-interlaced
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A method of refreshing the image on a monitor. A
Non-interlaced monitor refreshes the entire image (each scan line) in one
pass. An interlaced monitor refreshes the odd-numbered scan lines first, then
refreshes the even-numbered scan lines on the second pass, which can cause
flicker and eye strain.
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Nonconductor
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Any material that transmits or conducts
electrical current very poorly.
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Numeric Keypad
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A set of keys to the right of the main part of
the keyboard, used for numeric data entry.
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NUMLOCK Key
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A key on the keyboard that, when pressed, toggles
on the ability of the keypad part of the keyboard to input numbers and
numerical functions. When pressed again, the keys on the keypad perform
cursor movement functions.
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