S
- Safe mode
A special mode of operation that loads Windows in a minimal configuration, with a low-resolution display and without any unnecessary device drivers or software.
- server
The central computer in a network, providing a service or data access to client computers on the network.
- Service Set Identifier (SSID)
The technical name of a wireless network.
- Sleep mode
A special Windows Vista hibernation mode that halts all running processes without turning off the PC.
- software
The programs and procedures, as opposed to the physical equipment, used in computing.
- spyware
Software used to surreptitiously monitor computer use (that is, spy on other users).
- SSID
- Start menu
The main menu in the Windows operating system, accessible ...
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