Default Value
Definition: The default value of the data, if there is one. What This Means: A term that is functional for users of ESP's metadata dictionary tool, called DataSpecs. DataSpecs is used when developing an education agency's data dictionary. Need another definition?
Detail Level
Definition: Detail Level is the lowest level of detail at which the data are collected. Examples include: County, Course, District, Individual, Other, Program, Region, School, or State. The choices for this list can be edited in the System Options table. What This ...
DHCP
Definition: Dynamic host configuration protocol. A protocol for assigning dynamic IP addresses to devices on a network. In some systems, the device's IP address can even change while it is still connected. Need another definition?
Dial-Up Service
Definition: Internet access provided by an Internet Service Provider (ISP). The user connects with the ISP using a modem connected to a telephone line. Need another definition?
Dictionary Element
Definition: Dictionary Element is a display area to display list of Element Names for selection. What This Means: A term that is functional for users of ESP's metadata dictionary tool, called DataSpecs. DataSpecs is used when developing an education agency's data dictionary. Need ...
Digital
Definition: Using a limited, predetermined numbering system to measure or represent the flow of data. Modern computers are digital because they use the fixed binary digits 0 and 1 to represent all data. Need another definition?
DIMM
Definition: Dual inline memory module. A circuit board on which RAM memory chips are mounted. Need another definition?
Directory Service
Definition: A directory service is a shared information infrastructure for locating, managing, administering, and organizing common items and network resources, which can include volumes, folders, files, printers, users, groups, devices, telephone numbers and other objects. What This Means: For educators, the directory ...
Disaster Prevention and Recovery
Definition: The disaster prevention and recovery plan details how technology services will be rebuilt or repaired after a disaster. What This Means: A disaster prevention and recovery plan in an educational setting is necessary to mitigate the negative effect of not having ...
Display Name
Definition: Display Name is the text entry displayed with the Collection Item or Output Item as column header or field name. What This Means: A term that is functional for users of ESP's metadata dictionary tool, called DataSpecs. DataSpecs is used when ...
