A primary key is a unique identifier for a database record. When a table is created, one of the fields is typically assigned as the primary key. While the primary key is often a number, it may also be a text field or other data type. For example, if a database contains definitions of computer terms, it would make sense that each term is only listed once in the database. By defining the Term field as the primary key, it would ensure that no term is listed more than once in the database.
While a tables primary key is usually assigned to a specific field, it can also be comprised of multiple values. For example, a database of news articles might use both the title and date fields to uniquely identify each entry. By combining the Title and Date fields as the primary key, it would ensure no entries have the same title on the same day.
If multiple fields in a table cannot have duplicate values, most database management system (DBMS) also allow fields to be defined as Unique. This is similar to setting a field as the primary key, but is not exactly the same thing. The primary key also acts as a pointer to the record and provides a simple way for the DBMS to search, sort, and access the records. It also helps relate records across multiple tables. Therefore, while multiple fields within a table can be defined as Unique, each table can only have one primary key. The primary key field must also be defined for each record and not set to null. After all, a undefined identifier is not very useful.

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RE: Tanto
A tanto is very similar to a katana. It is shorter, about 6-12 (15-30 cm) and very thin. It was designed for stabbing, but could be used to slash.
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RE: Incog
verb - googling a question except doing it in incognito mode; usually due to explicit content of question
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RE: Incog
n. short for incognegro a black/African American whom either consciously or subconsciouly chooses not to associate with others of his or her race for any number of reasons. Not to be confused with the term [oreo], which means any black person who does not fit established black stereotypes. An incog has few if any black friends, does not see her race as any sort of commonality between herself and other blacks, typically prefers to date white people, and usually reguards other blacks in a standoffish, aloof, or hostile manner. Note that an incog is not nescessarily defined by tastes or preference in dress, music, activities, or speech patterns, but by her relationship with other black persons.
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MPEG
Stands for Moving Picture Experts Group. The MPEG organization, which works with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), develops standards for digital audio and video compression. The group constantly works to develop more efficient ways to digitally compress and store audio and video files.
The term MPEG also refers to a type of multimedia file, which is denoted by the file extension .mpg or .mpeg. These files are compressed movies that can contain both audio and video. Though they are compressed, MPEG files maintain most of the original quality of the uncompressed movie. This is why many videos on the Web, such as movie trailers and music videos, are available in the MPEG format.
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LUN
Stands for Logical Unit Number. LUNs are used to identify SCSI devices, such as external hard drives, connected to a computer. Each device is assigned a LUN, from 0 to 7, which serves as the devices unique address.
LUNs can also be used for identifying virtual hard disk partitions, which are used in RAID configurations. For example, a single hard drive may be partitioned into multiple volumes. Each volume can then be assigned a unique LUN. However, few modern computers use LUNs, since SCSI devices have mostly been replaced by USB and Firewire devices. -
RE: Bucked
To be strucken on the side of your head with the butt end of an object.
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RE: Gouda
Money, scrilla, cheddar, cheese, bread.
The subject of Bay Area rapper E-40s song Gouda on the new album My Ghetto Report Card
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ICQ
ICQ is a popular online messaging program. It is similar to instant messaging programs like AIM and Yahoo! Messenger, but allows users to enter chat rooms and chat with multiple users at one time. Therefore, ICQ (which is short for I seek you) is more of a community-oriented chat program than other messaging programs.
Since the program was released in 1996, ICQ has gone through several major revisions. It has evolved from a basic messaging program to a communications tool that allows users to interact in many different ways. For example, ICQ now supports voice, video, and VoIP communications and can be used to send text messages to mobile phones via SMS. Programs like ICQ2Go, the ICQ Toolbar, and ICQmail, have all been developed as additional tools for ICQ users.
ICQ remains community-oriented and offers several types of chat rooms, categorized by age, location, lifestyles, beliefs, and other classifications. Users can join chat rooms using the ICQ software or via the Web interface at ICQ.com. -
ICF
Stands for Internet Connection Firewall. ICF is a Windows XP feature that protects computers connected to the Internet from unauthorized access. When ICF is enabled, Windows keeps a log of incoming requests from other systems on the Internet. If the request is something the user has requested, like a Web page, the transmission will not be affected. However, if the request is unsolicited and is not recognized by the system, the transmission will be dropped. This helps prevent intrusion by hackers or malicious software such as spyware.
While ICF limits incoming traffic from the Internet, it does not affect outgoing traffic. This means data sent from your computer is still vulnerable to viruses or other disruptions even when ICF is enabled. If you have multiple computers sharing the same Internet connection via ICS, you can enable ICF for all the computers. However, you should enable ICF for the router or system connected directly to the Internet connection, not for each individual system. -
RE: Fabricate
(1)To over emphasize a story that ultimately has no plot or real conclusion (2) to draw conclusions in the least linear fashion possible (3) to make connections using evidence that has little to no relevance and arrives to a conclusion that was never brought up in the first place
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Flatbed
A flatbed is a type of scanner or copier that uses a flat, glass surface for scanning documents or other objects. Most flatbed scanners have an adjustable lid that can be raised to allow magazines, books, and other thick objects to be scanned. This is a significant benefit over sheet-fed scanners or copiers (sometimes referred to as automatic document feeders, which can only accept paper documents.
Flatbed scanners and copy machines range in size from standard letter size (8.5x11) to legal size and beyond. For example, a scanner used to scan architectural blueprints may be the size of several letter-size scanners. Because of their large size capacity and ability to scan thick objects, flatbed scanners are more versatile than sheet-fed scanners. However, they cannot automatically feed pages into the scanner, which means scanning multiple pages can be a time-consuming process. For this reason, some scanners and copy machines include both a flatbed scanning surface for large or thick objects, and an ADF for feeding multiple pages at once. -
Executable File
An executable file is a type of computer file that runs a program when it is opened. This means it executes code or a series of instructions contained in the file. The two primary types of executable files are 1) compiled programs and 2) scripts.
On Windows systems, compiled programs have an .EXE file extension and are often referred to as EXE files. On Macintosh computers, compiled programs have an .APP extension, which is short for application. Both types of executable files have been compiled from source code into binary machine code that is directly executable by the CPU. However, EXE files only run in Windows, while APP files only run in Mac OS X. This is because the code is executed by the operating system and therefore must compiled in format that the operating system can understand.
Uncompiled executable files are often referred to as scripts. These files are saved in a plain text format, rather than a binary format. In other words, you can open a script file and view the code in a text editor. Since scripts do not contain executable machine code, they require an interpreter to run. For example, a PHP file can execute code only when run through a PHP interpreter. If a PHP interpreter is not available, the PHP script can only be opened as a text file.
Since executable files run code when opened, you should not open unknown executable files, especially ones received as email attachments. While compiled executable files are the most dangerous, script files can run malicious code as well. For example, VBScript (.VBS) files can run automatically on Windows systems through the built-in Windows Script Host. Likewise, AppleScript (.SCPT) files can run through the AppleScript interpreter included with Mac OS X. Therefore, if you come across an unknown file and are unsure if it contains executable code, it is best not to open it. Below is a list of common file extensions used for executable files on Windows and Macintosh systems.
Windows file extensions: .EXE, .COM, .BAT, .VB, .VBS, .WSF, .PIFMacintosh file extensions: .APP, .SCPT, .APPLESCRIPT -
RE: Emulation
The term emulation comes from the verb emulate, which means to imitate or reproduce. Therefore, computer emulation is when one system imitates or reproduces another system. This can be done using hardware, software, or a combination of the two. However, since hardware is expensive to reproduce, most emulation is done via software.
One of the most common types of software emulation involves running different operating systems in a virtual environment. For example, programs like Parallels Desktop, VMware, and Apples Boot Camp allow Windows and other operating systems to run on an Intel-based Macintosh computer. Sun Microsystems xVM VirtualBox allows multiple operating systems to be run on Windows, Mac, and Unix platforms. These applications are collectively referred to as software emulators, since they emulate different computer systems.
Another popular type of software emulation allows console video games, such as Nintendo, Sega, and PlayStation games, to be run on a PC. The program ZSNES, for example, allows Super Nintendo (SNES) games to be played on a Windows or Unix machine. The Virtual Boy Advance emulator allows users to play Game Boy Advance games on Windows or Macintosh computers. Games for these emulators are saved as ROM files, which are exact copies of a game cartridge or disk. Therefore, instead loading a physical cartridge, video game emulators simply load ROM files from the computers hard drive.
A third type of emulation uses a type of file called a disk image. While ROM files are used to emulate game cartridges, disk images can be used to emulate optical media and physical hard disk. For example, an .ISO file (Windows) or .DMG file (Mac) can be mounted on the desktop, which makes the operating system view the file as a physical disk. This provides an easy way to make exact copies of CDs, DVDs, and hard disks. Disk images are also commonly used to create virtual installer disks that cant be modified by the user. -
Data Transfer Rate
The data transfer rate is commonly used to measure how fast data is transferred from one location to another. For example, a hard drive may have a maximum data transfer rate of 480 Mbps, while your ISP may offer an Internet connection with a maximum data transfer rate of only 1.5 Mbps.
Data transfer rates are typically measured in bits per second (bps) as opposed to bytes per second, which can be understandably confusing. Because there are eight bits in a byte, a sustained data transfer rate of 80 Mbps is only transferring 10MB per second. While this is confusing for consumers, Internet service providers must enjoy measuring data transfer rates in bps since it makes their Internet access speeds sound 8x faster than they really are.