option Last modified: Friday, June 21, 2002
(1) In command-driven interfaces, an option is an addition to a command that changes or refines the command in a specified manner. As the term implies, options are just that -- they are not required. In the DOS operating system, options are preceded by a slash (/). For example the DIR command supports the /P option, which causes the system to pause between screenfuls of data. Other operating systems and applications have different rules for specifying options. Other words for option are switch and parameter. (2) In graphical user interfaces, an option is a choice in a menu or dialog box. Sponsored listings Online Forex, Gold and Oil Trading - Trade Forex, Gold, Stocks, Oil, Gas and much more over the Internet. Open Your Free $100,000 Practice Account today. Compare Online Brokers - Broker comparison chart featuring the most popular online stock brokers. Compare by cost and features.

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command command driven dialog box digital access and cross-connect system (DACS) graphical user interface menu toolbar

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