| Un-install |
To remove software completely from a
system. |
| Unzip |
To decompress a file or group of files that
have been compressed using the ZIP method. |
| Update |
A minor enhancement to a software package. |
| Upgrade |
A new version or major enhancement of a
software package. |
| UPS |
Un-interruptible Power Supply.
A piece of hardware that acts both as a power filter and battery that
will protect your system from surges, sags and blackouts. It is very
important to have UPS's wherever possible to protect both your hardware
and data. Landau sells a comprehensive range of UPS's. Call or e-mail karen@landau.com.au
for more information. |

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| URL |
Universal Resource Locator.
The address that you type into the web browser. For example http://www.landau.com.au |
| USB |
Universal Serial Bus.
A method of connecting additional devices such as printers, scanners and
cameras. |
| Username |
The name by which a user is identified to a
computer system or network. When logging in, a user will often be required
to enter a username and a password. |
| Utility |
A small piece of software designed to do a
specific job, such as checking hard drives, defragging disks etc. |
| Utility |
The vehicle designed by Lew Brandt in the
1930s so that he could "go to Church on Sunday, take the pigs in
the back on Monday". |