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Batch Process A function that runs without user interaction once the run parameters are specified and the process is launched.
Bookmark A marker that identifies a particular function that is frequently used.
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Form An interactive screen that manages information. A form may have multiple blocks.
Function A form, report or update process that performs specific tasks in the application. All functions that the user can execute are defined on the application menus.
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Interactive Process A function that requires continued interaction with the user.
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Lexicon A field that can have one of several values that are defined on the Lexicon table. These values are shown as a drop down pick list.
LOV (List of Values) A list of values derived dynamically from other information stored in the system.
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Parameter Set A set of report criteria that can be saved and reused.
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Report A batch process that runs on a report server and produces visible output that can be viewed, saved to a a file or printed.
Role A set of access privileges that can be given to users.
Site A specific client who has installed the application.
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User A person who has been assigned access rights to the application.
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Window A standard Windows component that acts as a container for information and processes. Windows may be moved by dragging the window title. They may be expanded/reduced in size by dragging the bottom right corner. They may be minimized, maximized or closed by using the icons in the top right corner.
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