posts in each pool, and adjusting downward to account for the average night shift and a conservative rate of absence (for all reasons). In the case of the Spanish Unit, the number of workstations was readjusted upward to account for the large proportion of the work in that unit that is performed by temporary assistance personnel. Printers were configured at a ratio of one draft for every five workstations and one wide-carriage and one laser per unit. Pive systems are necessary to support the number of peripheral devices and to supply adequate back-up to each language unit in the event of system failure. 11. This configuratioR,reflects an attempt to ensure full compatibility with the systems installed at Headquarters. To derive the greatest benefits from the various types of equipment offered, it is proposed that: (a) The CPU's be interconnected, making it possible to share peripheral devices, such as telecommunications and storage facilities, • / ... A/C.S/38/79 English Page 5 (b) For draft work, high-speed matrix printers should be installed, rather than daisy wheel printers, which experience has shown to require more maintenanceJ (c) The latest model workstation be obtained, i.e. the PC workstation, which contains a 5-inch floppy diskette drive, is ergonomic in design and costs less that the other workstations availableJ (d) world Languages software and keyboard layouts be obtained, rather than the currently installed United Nations trilingual. Headquarters plans to convert all systems and workstations to World Languages after the current session of the General Assembly. There is no per terminal charge for the World Languages; United Nations keyboards and PROMs cost $235 per unit. A facility to switch electronically to an AZERTY keyboard for the French Unit is provided for. 12. The total estimated cost of acquiring the equipment and furniture and of the 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the acquisition and configuration of computer equipment and peripherals for a specific unit, likely within an organization or institution. The language and tone suggest a technical and administrative context, with specific details about printer configurations, workstation types, and software compatibility. The text also mentions the need for compatibility with existing systems at Headquarters, indicating a centralized or coordinated effort.

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Industry, Transport and communication