Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spooler
noun
ˈspuːlər
Definition
A spooler is a software program or hardware device that manages the printing of documents by storing them temporarily until the printer is ready to process them.
Examples
- The spooler processed the print jobs quickly, allowing multiple documents to be printed efficiently.
- Without a spooler, the printer would be overwhelmed with requests and could not handle the workload effectively.
- She paused the spooler to resolve an error before continuing with the print jobs.
Meaning
The term ‘spooler’ comes from the concept of placing data in a buffer, or spool, allowing the printer to take its time with the printing tasks it receives. It helps to maintain order and efficiency in the printing process.
Synonyms
- printer queue manager
- print spool program
- task scheduler
