"Data to be processed" (see "definitions," 1-31-1, above) in centralized data processing facilities can be submitted both physically and electronically. (a) Physical submission includes the delivery to the facility of punched cards, paper tape, magnetic tape cassette and reels, magnetic disks and disk packs. This type of submission may also include handwritten or typed data on preprinted forms (vouchers, requisitions, purchase documents, program coding forms, etc.) to be processed by the department of administration data entry facility.

1. (b) Electronic submission includes all data transactions, data files or inquiries transmitted to the central facility for processing from terminals or other remote data entry or inquiry equipment.

(Authorized by K.S.A. 75-3706 and 75-4703; effective, E-74-4, Nov. 2, 1973; effective May 1, 1975; amended May 1, 1978.)