Definition of Mac

Babylon English
mac (mackintosh)
raincoat, slicker (British slang)

MAC (Macintosh)
brand of personal computer that has a unique graphical operating system (manufactured by Apple Computer)

Mac
n. first name

mac
n. guy, fellow (British slang); raincoat
pref. common prefix for Irish and Scottish surnames

Mac. (Maccabees)
one of two books in the Apocrypha and the Septuagint that tells the story of the Jewish people during the Maccabean dynasty

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Mac Definition from Computer & Internet Dictionaries & Glossaries

FOLDOC
MAC
1. Media Access Control.
2. Early system on Ferranti Mercury. Listed in CACM 2(5):16 (May 1959).


Mac
Macintosh

Computer Abbreviations v1.5
MAC
MacPaint Bitmap Graphic
Macro (various)

9300+ Computer Acronyms
MAC
Multiply ACcumulate

Glossary of the European Information Society
Multiplexed Analogue Components (MAC)
TV transmission system, pioneered in the UK in the early 1980s, in which the colour signals are time division multiplexed, thus, interference between chrominance and luminance does not occur as in PAL. In the D2-MAC version, sound is carried as digital data sent in a duobinary form (hence the "D" letter) at 10.125 Mbits/s.

Uri's File.*Xten.c.ons*
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MacPaint (file name extension) +

Jensen's Technology Glossary
Mac
An abbreviation of the popular Macintosh computers manufactured and sold by Apple Corporation. These computers contain what is called the Macintosh Operating System that will only run software written for that processor. A decade of the revolution in GUI and hypermedia Mac computing is celebrated in a book by Levy (1994) that is given an extensive review in Time Magazine, January 31, 1994, pp. 93-94. Although software can be added so that Mac computers will run (in emulation form) many DOS and Windows programs (slowly), the PC computers cannot as a rule run Mac programs. Differences between Mac and PC operating systems have led to constant frustrations for authors since there is no single standard for authoring materials that can be used across the computer market. This is especially frustrating for authors of CD-ROM learning and entertainment materials. Mac computers took an early lead in graphics computing and menu-driven operating systems emulated later in Windows and OS/2 operating systems. A drawback for hypermedia developers, however, has been market share. Apple Corporation has less than 5% of the worldwide desktop computer market and has lost much of its competitive lead in graphics and hypermedia computing. In 1994, Apple's disturbing declines in market share, even after PowerMacs were introduced, led Apple Corporation to the first-time licensing of its operating system to other hardware manufacturers, notably IBM which will undertake a new joint venture to produce a new computer running forthcoming versions of the Mac operating system. Analysts, however, are skeptical that Apple's licensing agreements may be too little too late to stop the market share momentum of Windows 95 and Windows 2000. Apple also has videotape rendering workstations known as AV or Mac Video Computers. Video options from Apple Corporation are reviewed in Birkmaier (1993)Torres (1993), and Tuckerman (1993). Apple's hopes are riding heavily upon the evolution of a new operating system called Rhapsody that is a revolutinary operating system based upon NEXTStep technology. (See also AIFQuickTimeDry cameraBusAmigaMozartCopelandGershwinSGISUNPCPowerPCGUINEXTStepOperating system, , and Apple AV)

Apple Corporation's operating system for its Mac OS X servers is called "Darwin."  Apple announced that it will make the Darwin source code available to developers.  It is a variant of UNIX.

ATM Forum
MAC
Media Access Control: IEEE specifications for the lower half of the data link layer (layer 2) that defines topology dependent access control protocols for IEEE LAN specifications.

Steve's Digicams Digital Camera Dictionary
Mac
Refers to the Macintosh type of computers

Internetworking Terms
MAC
See: Media Access Control

Media Access Control
The lower portion of the datalink layer. The MAC differs for various physical media. See also: MAC Address, Ethernet, Logical Link Control, token ring.


Mac Definition from Government Dictionaries & Glossaries

European Defence Agency Acronyms
MAC
Maximal Allowed Concentration
  

DOD Joint Acronyms and Abbreviations
MAC
Mortuary Affairs Center
  

Military Abbreviations
MAC
Macao

NATO Acronyms
MAC
Military Advice Coordinator

International Relations and Security Acronyms
MAC
Military Airlift Command (now AMC)


Mac Definition from Language, Idioms & Slang Dictionaries & Glossaries

Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)
Mac

A prefix, in names of Scotch origin, signifying son.
  

WordNet 2.0
mac

Noun
1. a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric
(synonym) macintosh, mackintosh, mack
(hypernym) raincoat, waterproof
(hyponym) oilskin, slicker
(substance-meronym) mackintosh, macintosh
(classification) United Kingdom, UK, Great Britain, GB, Britain, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Australian Slang
Mac-attack
strong desire to eat food from a McDonald's Family Restaurant

Anagram
mac
   cam

English Slang Dictionary v1.2
mac
see da beefy mac

Queen's English - American English Glossary
Mackintosh
Raincoat.

hEnglish - advanced version
mac

mac
\mac\ (?). [gael., son.] a prefix, in names of scotch origin, signifying son.
mac
n : (british) a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric [syn: macintosh, mackintosh, mack]




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Irish Gaelic words and phrases
mac
son

Concise English-Irish Dictionary v. 1.1
mac
cóta báistí


Mac Definition from Business & Finance Dictionaries & Glossaries

European Central Bank Glossary

Message Authentication Code (MAC)
A hash algorithm parameterised with a key to generate a number which is attached to the message and used to authenticate it and guarantee the integrity of the data transmitted.

NCTS Glossary v.1.0
MAC
Message Authentication Code (NCTS); Medium Access Control

Company Info: Ticker, Name, Description
MAC
MACERICH CO
Exchange: NYSE
Not Available

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MAC GRAY CORP
Exchange: NYSE
Owns and operates card and coin-operated laundry equipment in multiple housing facilities such as apartment buildings, colleges and universities and public housing complexes; Distributes, leases and services coommercial laundry equipment; Supplies combination refrigerator/freezer/microwave ovens to multiple housing facilities; And provides


Mac Definition from Science & Technology Dictionaries & Glossaries

Oil and Gas Field Glossary
MAC
Multipole Array Acoustilog

Hill Associates Acronym List
MAC
Media Access Control (IEEE 802) 

ETSI and 3GPP
MAC
Medium Access Control (protocol layering context)

Telecommunication Standard Terms
MAC
Abbreviation for medium access control . See medium access control sublayer .

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Traits:
If properly cared for, the Macaw can live 40 to 90 years depending on the species. The Macaw is clever and can be taught to do simple tricks and sometimes fairly complex ones. They love having their cheeks rubbed and their necks scratched. Although they are capable of limited speech, macaws are not great talkers. The words or phrases that they utter are usually quite loud and sometimes distorted. As with many large birds, Macaws are gentle and confident even when handled by stranger. Macaws make friendly, clever pets. Respectful treatment is recommend, as their beaks are extremely powerful. Macaws tend to bond with one person or territory and need to a great deal of socialization and stimulation
to stay a happy, healthy member of your family.
Feeding:
A macaw should eat a staple diet of fresh pellet formula or a fortified parrot seed diet. Pelleted diets are recommended because each pellet contains balanced nutrition. Besides a variety of pellet or a
seed mix diet, offer chopped dark green and yellow vegetables and a variety of fresh fruits in addition to a protein source like mature legumes, hard cooked chopped egg, and grated cheese. Avoid the following foods: Iceberg lettuce, and cabbage, (these can cause severe diarrhea); caffeine (contained in chocolate and soda); avocado and parsley, (these can be poisonous). Raisins and bananas should be given in moderation (these can cause constipation). Remove fresh fruits and vegetables within 2 hours of offering to prevent spoilage. If the bird gets too much liquid from the fresh fruits and vegetables, the droppings could become runny and discolored. Stop the fresh fruits and vegetables for a day to see if this is the reason. Birds require fresh water each day. Wash and rinse their water cup out thoroughly prior to adding fresh water to reduce bacteria growth. Powdered vitamins (only necessary if on a seed diet) can be lightly sprinkled on the fresh food, but putting it in the water can encourage bacterial growth.
Housing:
When choosing a cage for your bird, remember width is more beneficial to the bird than height. Macaws should be able to stretch their wings and still have room for a variety of toys without hitting them, therefore, they larger the cage the better. Ideally, the cage for a macaw should measure a minimum of 24" length by 48" high and 36" wide. Perches are an essential part of the cages and should be chosen to suit the feet of the bird. A variety of perch sizes, shapes, and diameters will help exercise the bird's feet and toes. Place perches strategically to prevent droppings from contaminating water and food dishes and to prevent the tail from hanging in dishes or on the floor. A variety of toys, such as bells and wooden blocks in the bird's cage, these will assist you in entertaining your bird. Be sure that when choosing toys, they be intended for a large parrot and not for something small for cockatiels or parakeets. Always have a cuttlebone or mineral block available to supply calcium and prevent beak overgrowth. To aid the bird in keeping itself clean, we recommend lightly misting it with warm tepid water on a weekly basis. Place your bird's cage below eye-level in a bright area free from drafts and direct sunlight.

AERONAUTICAL ABBREVIATIONS
MAC
Mean Aerodynamic Chord

Abbreviation Airbus A340
MAC
Mean Aerodynamic Chord

Telecom Terms
MAC
Medium Access Control (IEEE 802)

ICAO Airlines Codes
MAC
Malta Air Charter Luqa Malta

Yigal's 3G abbreviations
MAC
Medium Access Control

GSM abbreviations
MAC
Medium Access Control

Country Data Codes
MAC
Macau (ISO 3166)


Mac Definition from Medicine Dictionaries & Glossaries

ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS USED IN HSE
MAC
Maximum Acceptable Concentration or Maximum Allowable Concentration

Aids Glossary
mac
abbreviation,  mycobacterium avium complex. a disease caused by a dust particles. Symptoms include weight loss, fatigue, and fever. MAC is considered an AIDS-defining condition in the United States.

mycobacterium avium complex
a disease caused by Mycobacterium avium or Mycobacterium intracellulare (sometimes referred to as Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare or MAI), bacteria found in soil and water. In immunosuppressed persons, the bacteria can infect the lymph nodes, intestines, bone marrow, liver, spleen, spinal fluid, lungs and the gastrointestinal tract. MAC is the most common bacterial infection in persons with advanced AIDS (usually under 50-75 CD4 cells/mm3). Symptoms include diarrhea, wasting, fever, night sweats, fatigue andspleen enlargement. Clarithromycin is used as treatment and prophylaxis for MAC.

Glossary of HIV/AIDS-Related Terms
MYCOBACTERIUM AVIUM COMPLEX
1. A common opportunistic infection<!-- (see) --> caused by two very similar mycobacterial organisms, Mycobacterium avium and Mycobacterium intracellulare (MAI), found in soil and dust particles. 2. A bacterial infection that can be localized (limited to a specific organ or area of the body) or disseminated throughout the body. It is a life-threatening disease, although new therapies offer promise for both prevention and treatment. MAC disease is extremely rare in persons who are not infected with HIV.

TOXICOLOGY
MAC
Maximum Allowable Concentration. A recommendation for the highest level for long-term exposure to a chemical which will not produce adverse effect.


Mac Definition from Society & Culture Dictionaries & Glossaries

Environmental Engineering (English ver.)
MAC
Mobile Air Conditioner

The Scotch Whisky by SDA v.4.20
Old Mac
Old Mac, Standard Scotch Blended Whisky
By: Kyndal International Ltd. - Whyte & Mackay Distillers (Glasgow, Scotland)


Mac Definition from Entertainment & Music Dictionaries & Glossaries

TUPAC SHAKUR Rap Dictionary V.2.0
Mac
Mackinley Phipps


Mac Definition from Encyclopedia Dictionaries & Glossaries

Wikipedia English - The Free Encyclopedia
MAC
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Mac
.Mac (pronounced and sometimes written as "Dot Mac") is a group of online services offered by Apple Inc. mainly for its Mac OS X users, although a limited subset of features are available for other platforms. Originally a free service exclusively to Mac OS users, .Mac now works on an annual subscription service. Despite the name, .Mac is not a top level domain.

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