Source : Free On-Line Dictionary of Computing

splash screen
     
         An initial screen displayed by interactive
        software, usually containing a logo, version information,
        author credits and/or a {copyright} notice.
     
        The term originated among {Macintosh} users and spread, the
        synonym {banner} was once also used.
     
        [{Jargon File}]
     
        (1998-04-28)