1 (an object) To prepare an object for use, by initializing its slots and calling the initialize function on the object All Dylan objects are automatically initialized immediately after they are allocated 2 (a slot) To give the slot its initial value A program can test to see whether a slot has been initialized by calling the function slot-initialized? There is no mechanism for resetting a slot to the uninitialized state 3 (a variable) To bind the variable to its initial value
To prepare a digital storage medium (like a floppy disk) so that it will accept and store digital information bits
To set up either hardware or software to work correctly with your system Many modems have to be initialized each time they are used so they `know' how to act with the communications program When your software initializes your modem, it may tell the modem to expect 2400 baud and no parity, as well as the fact that you do not want any information to echo on your screen See also initialization string
Sets keyboard state tables to known values: All keys repeat and click No keys lock or latch Dead-key, setup, debug, keysym, and modifier tables are cleared The scancodes map one-to-one with keycodes
This refers to the formatting of the optical media, preparing it with the InveStore file system and making it ready to receive data
To prepare a piece of equipment (computer, printer, modem) to do something important initializing clears the equipment of any old data still stored in it
To set up a disk (any kind) to receive information When a disk is initialized, its magnetic media is divided into tracks and sectors, and a directory and Desktop file are created Also called formatting
To prepare for use In communications, initialize means to set a modem and software parameters at the start of a session
To prepare a disk to receive data A hard disk or a floppy disk must be initialized before it can be accessed
(Bilgisayar) (Computer science) the format of sectors on the surface of a hard disk drive so that the operating system can access them and setting a starting position. (synonym) low-level formatting, initialisation
{i} act or process of initializing; act of resetting something to its starting value or position; preparation of a computer disk for reading and writing; startup of a system or program, preparing of software or hardware for operation (Computers); beginning, launch (also initialisation)
The initial orienting process that a G P S receiver does when it is first turned on If it is the first time the receiver has been turned on or if the receiver is more than a few hundred miles from the last location it was used, it will take some time or help from the operator by inputting or selecting from a menu the approximate location
(a) Encoding the timing track on a dual stripe card; (b) Placing unique cardholder data on a card such as encoding the magnetic stripe, embossing, or printing on a card before issuing it to the cardholder; (c) Same as (b) except it may be general data such as the initial prepaid amount value on a debit card
a process that insures that all values in a file or in computer memory are equal, until additional information is added or processed to overwrite these values Usually the initialization value is 0 If initialization is not performed on a data file, there could be random data values in the file
To start the process by which a device or system is prepared or prepares itself for normal operation Usually all parameters are returned to their default values
The first time a GPS receiver orients itself to its current location and collects almanac data After initialization has occurred, the receiver remembers its location and acquires a position more quickly because it knows which satellites to look for
Initialization is a process by which the Operating System and/or a software program will test a piece of hardware that it needs to use i e Your communication software will initialize your modem before trying to use the modem, if it fails to initialize you will not be able to use your modem
The first time a GPS receiver orients itself to its current location After initialization has occurred, the receiver remembers its location and acquires a position more quickly because it doesn't need a large amount of satellite information
Starting up, or making preparations to start up a computer system, a program, or a device by running a self-diagnostic program, or loading drivers, changing settings, and preparing it for use
Refers to the procedure of telling a new GPS receiver where it is, when it is turned on for the first time Information required for initialization includes approximate present position in latitude/longitude coordinates, the current local time and date