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Zero Wait State
The execution of instructions or transfer of data with no delay (wait state) to allow time for slower memory chips or external devices to respond.
ZIF socket
Zero Insertion Force socket. A special socket for plugging in integrated circuits easily. The socket can be opened with a small lever or screw; the chip is dropped in, then the socket is closed.
Zip Disk
High capacity removable disk system developed by Iomega Corporation. Similar in principle to a floppy disk.
Zone File
A file that contains data describing a portion of the domain name space. Zone files contain the information needed to resolve domain names to IP numbers.