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Definition of "Terminal" |
See Connector. / An electrical connection. That part of the component package used in making an electrical, mechanical, or thermal connection. Examples of terminals are flexible leads, rigid leads, studs, and cases which serve as electrical connections. A number of board mounting terminals are shown in the graphic below. The graphic includes a wire warp terminal, a press-fit, a solder post, a solder cup [which holds solder], and a compression fit connection [as examples]. / In networking, a terminal is a personal computer or workstation connected to a mainframe. The personal computer usually runs terminal emulation software that makes the mainframe think it is like any other mainframe terminal. / A device that enables you to communicate with a computer. Generally, a terminal is a combination of keyboard and display screen. In networking, a terminal is a personal computer or workstation connected to a mainframe. The personal computer usually runs terminal emulation software that makes the mainframe think it is like any other mainframe terminal. / In electronic communication, 'polling' is the continuous checking of other programs or devices by one progam or device to see what state they are in, usually to see whether they are still connected or want to communicate. / point at which electrical connections are made. |
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