a device that converts a digital (usually binary) code to an analog signal (current, voltage, or electric charge).
Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)
the sequence of instructions developed by a software programmer
Computer program
computer programs that are written by a computer manufacturer, software manufacturer or the users themselves to guide the computer to perform a specific task
Application programs
everything about the computer system that is visible; the physical components of the system that include the various input and output devices
Hardware
the application in a computer that functions include message and mail utilities, calendar reporting, storage of text data and financial accounting and planning
RIS – radiology information system
translate images of text, drawings or photographs into a digital format recognizable by the computer
Scanners
the cassette that houses the photostimulable phosphor uses in computed radiography
Imaging plate
the area in which a measurement is desired; determine average pixel value for use in quantitative imaging
Region of interest (ROI)
a QC test that is used to ensure the images are being displayed properly and is in tolerance for quality images and was developed by Society of Motion Picture Television Engineers
SMPTE pattern
in computer language, a single binary digit (0 or 1)
