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linux

A freeware version of the UnixTM operating system.

lip synchronization

The synchronization of audio and corresponding video signals so that there is no noticeable lack of simultaneity between them.
Note: An example of a lip synchronization problem is the case in which television video and audio signals are transported via different facilities (e.g., a geosynchronous satellite link and a landline) that have significantly differently delay times, respectively. In such cases… (Read More →)

liquid crystal display (LCD)

A display device that creates characters by means of the action of electrical signals on a matrix of liquid cells that become opaque when energized.
Note: A liquid crystal display may be designed to be viewed by reflected or transmitted light.

list address

In e-mail, an address used by mailing list subscribers to send e-mail to be distributed to each member of a discussion list, forum, interest group, mailing list, or newsgroup. [After Bahorsky]

list processor

Software used to manage and administer a discussion-group list, an interest group list, or a mailing list. [After Bahorsky]

list server

A functional unit (hardware and software) for operating a computer conferencing system by acting as a repository for electronic messages and redistributing those messages automatically or on-demand. Synonyms distribution list server, mailing list server.

live link

A link, on a World Wide Web file, that connects to another layer of information. [After Bahorsky]

LMA

Link Management Agent

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