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- fast page mode RAM (FPM)
An older type of DRAM that measures its speed in nanoseconds of delay. Typical of SIMMs.
- fiber-optic cable
A type of cable consisting of thin flexible glass fiber surrounded by a rubberized outer coating. Uses an ST or SC connector.
- File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
A protocol used to transfer data across the Internet, from computer to computer, or on an intranet.
- file system
The organizational scheme that governs how files are stored and retrieved from a disk. Examples include FAT16, FAT32, NTFS 4.0, and NTFS 5.0.
- firewall
A form of protection that can be either a stand-alone system or included in other devices, such as routers or servers. You can find firewall solutions that are marketed as hardware-only and ...
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