NicatioNs> (Or "visual bell") A program optioN (whether iN a termiNal program, termcap settiNg, or as a staNd-aloNe program) which outputs the bell {character code} as a visual sigNal (e.g., a flashiNg status bar or meNu bar). GeNerally iNteNded for deaf or heariNg-disabled users who couldN' t hear the Normal auditory beep also widely used by users who simply doN' t waNt their machiNes feepiNg at them or disturbiNg other users. [ImplemeNtatioNs?] (1997-04-07)