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add-in Last modified: Thursday, December 06, 2007
(1) A component you can add to a computer or other device to increase its capabilities. Add-ins can increase memory or add graphics or communications capabilities to a computer. They can come in the form of expansion boards, cartridges, or chips. The term add-in is often used instead of add-on for chips you add to a board that is already installed in a computer. In contrast, add-on almost always refers to an entire circuit board. (2) A software program that extends the capabilities of larger programs. For example, there are many Excel add-ins designed to complement the basic functionality offered by Excel. In the Windows environment, add-ins are becoming increasingly common thanks to OLE 2.0. (3) In Windows Home Server, add-in refers specifically to the supplemental programs that users can install to extend the capabilities of the Windows Home Server program. Most add-ins are third party or community developed. Sponsored listings Boundless Products - Your Source for Boundless Technologies Text Terminals at significant savings. Free warranty and tech support.
PracticallyNetworked: Expand Windows Home Server With Add-ins An active Microsoft Home Server developer community has produced many useful add-ins. Here are three that we tried and liked. We also offer details on where to download them and what to expect when after you install them. PracticallyNetworked: Microsoft Windows Home Server If you're a novice, you really don't even have to set options. Home Server, it will work as-is at optimum performance with its default settings. This includes full backups being scheduled to run in the early morning hours. Webopedia's "Did You Know...?" Section Use this Webopedia knowledge section for an in-depth overview of specific technologies and occurrences in the areas of Computer Science, The Internet, and Computer Hardware and Software. Webopedia's Quick Reference Section Use this Webopedia reference section for information on common Internet and computer facts and occurrences.	Related Categories Hardware Software Related Terms add-on application hardware plug-in program Windows Home Server Shopping add in Products Compare Products,Prices and Stores Shop by Category: Sport and Outdoor 320364 Store Offers Office Supplies 5533 Store Offers Furniture 83948 Store Offers Personal Care 27098 Store Offers Toys 31617 Store Offers