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Operating systemThe most basic and essential program running on a computer; performs basic tasks, such as recognizing keyboard input, sending output to the display screen or printer, managing files and directories, controlling peripheral devices, and allocating system resources to other software programs running on the computer.Similar MatchesNon Vessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCC)Non Vessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCC)An ocean carrier that does not own or operate their own vessels. They use less than full containerloads which they ship on actual ship lines. They issue their own bills of lading which are backed up by actual on board ocean bills of lading issued to them by the other carrier. Operating riskOperating riskThe inherent or fundamental risk of a firm, without regard to financial risk. The risk that is created by operating leverage. Also called business risk. Operating cycleOperating cycleThe average time between the acquisition of materials or services and the final cash realization from that acquisition. Operating in the redOperating in the redDoing business while losing money. Net operating lossesNet operating lossesLosses that a firm can take advantage of to reduce taxes. Further SuggestionsOperating rateoperating profit Chief Operating Officer (COO) Net operating loss carrybacks Operating cash flow Operating expenses operating cash flow Operating profit margin Operating lease operating costs operating margin Net operating loss carryforwards Operating leverage Operating Assets Short run operating activities |
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