Basic Computer Terminology- E

Emacs: A text editor written in 1976, acronym for editor macros.

Ethernet: A protocol for fast communication and file transfer across a network.

Edit: To make a change to existing data.

Expansion slot: A connector inside the computer which allows one to plug in a printed circuit board that provides new or enhanced features.

Extension: A startup program that runs when you start the Mac and then enhances its function.

Enter/Return: The key used to begin a new line in a word processor, or to enter information into a spreadsheet or database. It is the same as clicking OK in the dialog box.

Entry bar: Where the contents of the active cell in a spreadsheet are displayed