| Acronym | Meaning |
| ODBC | Open Database Connectivity |
| MDA | Monochrome Display Adapter |
| CDDI | Copper Data Distribution Interface |
| WIT | Wireless Information Terminal |
| VLB | VESA Local Bus (or VL Bus) |
| CSU | Channel Service Unit |
| MMX | Matrix Math Extensions (Multimedia Extensions) |
| ARP | Address Resolution Protocol |
| ESC | Escape Character |
| SSL | Secure Sockets Layer |