queue -

(1) A linked list of elements waiting to be processed in FIFO order. For example, a queue may be a list of print jobs waiting to be printed. (2) (D of C) A line or list of items waiting to be processed; for example, work to be performed or messages to be displayed.

A logical description of a data destination (for example, a printer or plotter) where the output is to go through the spooler. See also device context.