Defined term
Uninterruptable Power Supply
Uninterruptable Power Supply: A battery powered back-up system that quickly switches to battery power when electrical current to the computer system is…
Also known as: UPS
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UPS
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Election Administration
Definition
A battery powered back-up system that quickly switches to battery power when electrical current to the computer system is disrupted (surge, sags, and failures).
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A battery powered back-up system that quickly switches to battery power when electrical current to the computer system is disrupted (surge, sags, and failures). Election offices ensure election operations continuity by utilizing UPS systems in the event of a power failure. UPS systems come in various sizes and are rated by hours/minutes of service following a power failure.
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Glossary of Election Terms, U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)
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EAC Glossary of Terms
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EAC IT Glossary for Election Officials
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EAC Information Technology Terminology
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EAC Glossary of Election Terms
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