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UNIVERSAL KEY [13 records]

Record 1 2017-02-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Internet and Telematics
CONT

The key to effective implementation of universal accessibility guidelines lies in designing sites to serve the widest possible audience and the broadest possible range of hardware and software platforms, from assistive devices to emerging technologies.

Key term(s)
  • universal accessibility guidelines

French

Domaine(s)
  • Internet et télématique
CONT

La clé de la mise en œuvre efficace des principes d'accessibilité universelle repose sur la conception de sites accessibles au plus vaste auditoire possible et compatibles avec la gamme la plus vaste possible de plates-formes logicielles et matérielles, depuis les appareils et accessoires fonctionnels jusqu'aux technologies naissantes.

Spanish

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Record 2 2017-01-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Internet and Telematics
  • Information Processing (Informatics)
CONT

The key to effective implementation of universal accessibility lies in designing sites to serve the widest possible audience and the broadest possible range of hardware and software platforms, from assistive devices to emerging technologies.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Internet et télématique
  • Traitement de l'information (Informatique)
CONT

La clé de la mise en œuvre efficace des principes d'accessibilité universelle repose sur la conception de sites accessibles au plus vaste auditoire possible et compatibles avec la gamme la plus vaste possible de plates-formes logicielles et matérielles, depuis les appareils et accessoires fonctionnels jusqu'aux technologies naissantes.

OBS

Termes (et définitions) tirés des Normes et lignes directrices pour la Normalisation des sites (NSI) intranet, extranet et autres réseaux électroniques.

Spanish

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Record 3 2015-10-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • IT Security
  • Encryption and Decryption
  • Banking
DEF

The date and co-ordinated universal time on which the data key is activated.

OBS

effective date of key; EDK: term, abbreviation and definition standardized by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in 1993.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sécurité des TI
  • Chiffrage et déchiffrage
  • Banque
DEF

Date et heure en temps universel coordonné où la clé de données est mise en service.

OBS

date d'entrée en vigueur d'une clé; EDK : terme, abréviation et définition normalisés par l'Organisation internationale de normalisation (ISO) en 1993.

Spanish

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Record 4 2011-02-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Biochemistry
  • Pharmacology
  • Biotechnology
CONT

Nearly every drug molecule works through a structural interaction with a "target" or "receptor" molecule or protein that plays key roles in all biological processes. In the most common model for this interaction, the drug molecule inserts itself into a functionally important crevice of its target protein, like a key in a lock. The molecule then binds there and either induces or, more commonly, inhibits the protein's normal function. This universal drug-target scheme suggests a powerful alternative approach to drug discovery : if it were possible to identify, in advance, the appropriate protein target for a given therapeutic need and if enough were known about the distinguishing structure of that target protein, it ought to be feasible to design the structure of an ideal drug to interact with it.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Biochimie
  • Pharmacologie
  • Biotechnologie
CONT

La discipline [...] «Bio-informatique du médicament» recouvre les activités suivantes : analyser et exploiter les génomes pour identifier les classes structurales et fonctionnelles d'intérêt thérapeutique; [...] modéliser les protéines-cibles dont la structure n'est pas accessible expérimentalement [...]

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Bioquímica
  • Farmacología
  • Biotecnología
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Record 5 2008-05-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Locks and Locksmithing
DEF

A hands-free key that wirelessly and omnidirectionally transmits an ID code to open a plurality of different locks.

OBS

This single universal key can replace the large number of different keys that a person typically carries, including mechanical tumbler-type keys, mag cards, automobile "keyless entry" transmitters, garage door openers, and the like. Because the system allows hands free opening of locks, the system allows the user to quickly and easily pass through otherwise locked doors without setting down loads or searching through pockets or purses for keys.

PHR

Universal key duplicator.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Serrurerie
DEF

Clé mains libres, sans fil, omnidirectionnelle, qui transmet un code d'identification personnelle pour ouvrir un grand nombre de serrures différentes.

Spanish

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Record 6 2007-04-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Federal Government Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Telecommunications
OBS

Industry Canada. Business and Regulatory Analysis : The directorate develops and promotes key aspects of the telecommunications policy, including promoting competition and innovation, and ensuring universal and affordable access to telecommunications services.

Key term(s)
  • Business and Regulatory Analysis directorate
  • BRA

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités fédéraux (Gouvernement canadien)
  • Télécommunications
OBS

Industrie Canada. Analyses industrielle et réglementaire : La direction élabore et maintient les principaux éléments de la politique des télécommunications, ce qui comprend la promotion de la concurrence et de l'innovation, et la garantie d'un accès universel.

Key term(s)
  • direction Analyses industrielle et réglementaire
  • AIR

Spanish

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Record 7 2004-11-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Computer Hardware
CONT

It is possible now to receive directly from this department our Universal Decoder of Catalogue Codes and Universal Key Map Reader to print from laser printer.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériel informatique
CONT

Le décodeur universel permet de décoder toutes les chaînes du câble et du satellite, mais aussi toutes les chaînes hertziennes en qualité numérique.

CONT

Dorénavant, il est possible d'envoyer et de recevoir des courriels ainsi que des SMS [services de messages courts] par la télévision ! Avec un décodeur universel [...] il est possible de tout envoyer et recevoir à partir de son fauteuil de salon.

Spanish

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Record 8 1997-11-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • IT Security
DEF

Use of utility or special programs to alter data files.

DEF

In computing, the process of modifying a program by making a direct change to the object or machine code.

CONT

Superzapping derives its name from Superzap, a macro utility program used in most IBM computer centers as a system tool. Any computer center that has a secure computer operating mode needs a "break glass in case of emergency" computer program that will bypass all controls to modify or disclose any of the contents of the computer. Computers sometimes stop, malfunction... or perform unexpectedly and need attention that normal access methods do not allow. In such cases, a universal access program is needed. This is similar in one way to a master key to be used if all other keys are lost.... Utility programs such as Superzap are powerful and dangerous tools in the wrong hands.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sécurité des TI
DEF

Utilisation de programmes utilitaires ou spéciaux pour modifier des fichiers.

DEF

Technique utilisée par un utilitaire fréquemment employé par les grand centres informatiques. Cet utilitaire «saute» par-dessus [toutes] les sécurités et tous les contrôles pour permettre aux informaticiens d'effectuer des corrections au système d'exploitation (patch), d'effectuer des vidages-mémoire ou de rechercher des causes de malfonction. On peut comparer le superzapping au «passe» utilisé dans les grands hôtels pour accéder n'importe où. On a évidemment intérêt à conserver cet utilitaire le plus confidentiel possible.

Spanish

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Record 9 1994-03-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Personnel and Job Evaluation
  • Federal Administration
DEF

Statements about the demands and working conditions that arise from the key activities, based on the sixteen elements in the Universal Classification Standard.

OBS

One of the three main sections of a work description.

OBS

Examples: For approximately 80 per cent of the time, the work [of a secretary] requires sitting while keyboarding and focusing on a computer screen. There is also time pressure to produce documents within tight deadlines.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Évaluation du personnel et des emplois
  • Administration fédérale
DEF

Énoncés des exigences et des conditions de travail qui découlent des activités principales, fondés sur les seize éléments de la Norme générale de classification.

OBS

Une des trois principales sections d'une description de travail.

OBS

Exemples : Pendant environ 80 % du temps, [la secrétaire doit] être assise devant un écran d'ordinateur pour introduire des données par clavier. Il y a aussi le stress causé par la préparation de documents dans des délais serrés.

Spanish

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Record 10 1989-05-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Artificial Intelligence
CONT

Fischer, Brown, and Burton(1978; Burton, Brown, and Fischer, 1984) propose a paradigm for the design of optimal learning environments, which they call increasingly complex microworlds. The concept of microworlds created for educational purposes with the computer as a(universal simulator) is already the central theme of LOGO. Fischer et al. set out to formalize the notion of a succession of(microworlds) where the modifications at each step are meant to support learning. The idea is to start with a simplified world and to have a coach progressively add new dimensions of complexity that require an increasing mastery of basic skills. Fischer et al. present skiing instruction as a pedagogical success model that has made use of microworlds. Over the years, skiing instruction has become safer and surprisingly effective. According to the authors, the key to this success is the definition of progressive learning phases : instructors have combined technological advances with pedagogical cleverness to provide useful simplified versions of the skill.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Intelligence artificielle
OBS

Voir micromonde, complexifié.

Spanish

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Record 11 1986-12-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Lathe Work (Machine-Tooling)
CONT

To change jaws on the universal chuck, open them with a chuck key as far as they will go. Remove the jaws one by one.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tournage sur métaux

Spanish

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Record 12 1986-05-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Computer Peripheral Equipment
  • Office Automation
DEF

A key, such as RETURN, found on most WP keyboards, which does not produce a printable character, but may produce a universal control code.

OBS

Terminology used in the Public Service Commission’s Course "Basic Word Processing" (Course 601).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Périphériques (Informatique)
  • Bureautique
DEF

Touche, comme RETOUR, que l'on trouve dans la plupart des claviers de système de traitement de texte et qui n'entraîne pas l'impression d'un caractère, mais produit plutôt un code de commande universel.

Spanish

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Record 13 1985-05-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Codes (Software)
Key term(s)
  • universal key service ordering code

French

Domaine(s)
  • Codes (Logiciels)
Key term(s)
  • code de commande de service universel à clavier
  • CCSUC

Spanish

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