A computer program that performs a function directly for users. API
It is the software, which executes a particular task, such as word processing or spreadsheet analysis (QuickTime is a type of video and sound playback format for computers developed by Apple Computer, or Real Audio, a software application that let's you hear sound (as it occurs) over the Internet.
A program designed for the end user such as a database program, word processor or a spreadsheet.
Another word for a program, typically a program used by a normal user.
interface: A collection of tools that programmed to perform a specific set of tasks; also known as a program. Contrasts with a document, a piece of software that is acted upon by an application. OpenDoc part editors are mini-applications.
A program such as a browser, file viewer, word processor and so on.
A collection of code that is, in general, invoked from a command line or another application. An application can be in any programming language.
Program that performs a complex set of tasks (e.g., word processing) to create documents.
A computer program designed for a particular use, such as a word processor or page layout application, i.e. Microsoft Word or QuarkXpress.
software program that interacts with the operating system, manipulates data files, has an interface with the user, and allows the user to perform a task or complete a job. Common examples include word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and drawing programs.
In Java programming, a self-contained, stand-alone Java program that includes a static main method. It does not require an applet viewer. Contrast with applet.
Software that lets users do relatively complex tasks, as well as create and modify documents. Common application types include word processors, spreadsheets, database managers, and presentation graphics programs.
A program run from the command prompt or a batch file. Used broadly to mean any program other than the command processor itself; and more narrowly to mean a program with a specific purpose such as a spreadsheet or word processing program, as opposed to a utility.
One or more programs that perform functions required by an end user. Compare with utility. A program that DCM interfaces with through its channeling system. An application is a destination where messages are deposited, such as a shop floor management program. A software program that makes calls to the operating system and manipulates data files allowing a user to perform a specific job.
A generic term for any software program. Word processors and graphics are application.
A user or individual program that uses the interface tables to connect to the Title Processing System (TPS) or other database.
A package of computer software programs that do a particular function (e.g. spreadsheets or word processing).
A specific use of computer, micrographic, or other information technology, such as in payroll or inventory control.
Computer program or system
1. The use to which an information processing system is put; for example, a payroll application, an accounting application, a network application. 2. A collection of software components used to perform specific types of user-oriented work on a computer. 3. (IRM) Computer software that performs a business function (i.e., Microsoft Word is an application.)
Software that performs a specialized, useful function. For example, an electronic mail application such as Eudora, or a Web browser like Netscape.
A program or software, that tells the computer what to do.
A computer program created to perform a certain task for the user; for example, word processing or e-mail.
An application or software program is a software executable designed to perform a specific function. Adobe Photoshop is an example of an application designed to perform image editing. Microsoft Word is an example of an application designed to perform word-processing.
The use to which a data processing system is put; for example, topayroll application, an airline reservation application.
Software that a user interacts with.
Software that lets users do relatively complex tasks as well as create and modify documents. [San Diego State University
A computer program designed for a specific task. kinetic Manager is a web application designed to run over the World Wide Web for administering kinetic services.
A fully instantiated problem solver obtained by configuring a problem solving method to solve a generic task in a specific domain.
an executable program used for specific purposes -computer programming language.
A program which runs on a computer. Typically applications performs tasks such as word processing, accounting, spreadsheets etc.
Layer 7 of the OSI Reference Model. The Application Layer is the interface between the OSI environment and a user's application. It does not contain applications, but provides a link from application software on one system to applications on another computer through the OSI environment. Several application layers support different user tasks such as e-mail, file transfer, terminal emulation and transaction processing.
Type of software designed to be used by people. Applications run on top of the operating system and utilities.
In frequent usage, Application is short for application program, which is a program designed to perform a specific function. Examples include word processors, Web browsers, database tools, and graphics programs.
A computer program that executes tasks for a user, operating on a user's data.
or- Program- Software designed to carry out a set of electric instructions.
Software designed to carry out a specific task, such as word processing, spreadsheets or a database.
Term. A program or utility that can be loaded to run or function on your computer.
Another name for software.
program that helps computer users do specific tasks like wordprocessing. Application programs should be distinguished from system programs, which control the computer and run application programs. Return to .
The use of a computer for a specific purpose, such as writing a novel, printing payroll cheques, or laying out text and graphics of a newsletter. This term is also commonly used nowadays to refer to the program which is used to perform the task. e.g. a Word Processing Application
Also called a computer program. A set of instructions written in computer code that enables a computer to perform specific tasks - normally with some help from you, the user.
Software with a particular function, such as payroll or word processing.
software that performs a specific task for the user. e.g. word-processing, as distinct from the basic operation of the computer.
A program or group of programs which work together to accomplish a particular type of task. (Some examples of various applications are: Windows - MS Paint - iMac - Internet bulletin boards - etc.)
Software which does productive external work, as opposed to system software which is internal to the computer system.
Software designed for a certain use, such as word processing. Also called a program.
program or group of programs that perform specific tasks, such as enter/modify data or enquire on data within the Cervical Screening system.
A computer program or set of programs that enables people to use the computer as a tool to accomplish some task, eg applications software includes word processing packages like Microsoft Word or spreadsheet packages like Lotus 1-2-3.
A computer system, program, or set of programs.
The hardware, software, and manual procedures that characterize a system.
a tool, methodology or software resoure that enhances the use of the Internet
computer software or programs used to perform a specific task.
A program that helps a user deal with a specific task, e.g. purchasing, employee development or accounting.
Functional system made up of software, hardware, or combination of both that performs some useful task. Database managers, spreadsheets, word processors, videoconferencing systems, LANs, fax machines, etc., are examples of applications.
Software used to carry out a particular task, such as word processing or desktop publishing. Essentially another word for program.
(1) The use to which an information processing system is put; for example, a payroll application, an airline reservation application, a network application. IBM. (2) A collection of software components used to perform specific types of user-oriented work on a computer. IBM.
One or more program modules used to achieve a specific result. Applications can be nested within other applications. For example, an application to control a company's inventory could consist of various SQL*Forms applications for input of data, and various SQL*ReportWriter applications to produce hard copy output of summary data.
The use to which a data processing system is put; for example, a computational chemistry application, a signal processing application.
1) A program run by the computer which allows the user to apply the computer to some task(s). 2) A specific use of a computer, such as for image manipulation, accounting, or statistical computation.
The program that actually runs the Rosetta Stone. The application needs to be installed before the language data disc can be used.
app An application (often called "app" for short) is simply a program with a GUI. Note that it is different from an applet. Reference
Written plan outlining the grant program activities
A piece of software that performs business functions. It resides partly on the Smart Card and in a computer
A software product such as WordPerfect, Corel Draw, Excel, and Access. Applications are programs that perform complex tasks for computer users.
Computer software, such as a word processor or database. Often called a program.
The term application is a shorter form of application program. An application program is a program designed to perform a specific function directly for the user, and where MEDI System authentication and authorization is required for access.
Another word for software. Sometimes abbreviated as "apps."
Software that performs a useful function for you.
A software program you use for a specific purpose. Some applications (apps) are built in to a Palm device, such as Calendar and Tasks. Others are included on the installation CD, and still others are available for purchase and/or download. See also Software Connection. Applications screen
A software program that performs specific tasks, such as Microsoft PowerPoint.
A program, which is self-contained and that executes a set of well-defined tasks under user control.
The type of job performed by a computer or system of computers. Examples of applications include: climate modelling; molecular dynamics; airline scheduling; word processing.
A software program. For example, Microsoft Word is a wordprocessing application.
Software that helps you carry out a particular task, such as word processing or financial planning.
A program which performs a particular function such as word-processing, or manipulating a database or spreadsheet -- as opposed to Operating System programs which control the way a computer works. Also known as 'software' or 'package'.
Computer software that performs a task or set of tasks, such as word processing or drawing. Applications are also referred to as programs.
Sometimes shortened to "app", a computer programme that performs a specific function. Internet Explorer and Microsoft Word are both applications.
The program within a smart card that governs its external functions.
A group of interrelated components of financial or mixed systems which supports one or more functions and has the following characteristics: a common data base, common data element definitions, standardized processing for similar types of transactions, common version control over software.
A piece of software designed to meet a specific purpose.
noun a program dedicated to a specific task [eg: word processing, graphics etc
A computer software program that performs a specific task: word processing, page layout, illustration, etc.
Any software program that you use on your computer to perform a task, for example a word processor, spreadsheet, or Internet browser
A computer program; the set of software that acts as a tool for a well-defined purpose.
General term for software designed for a particular task, such as word processing, sending e-mail or browsing the Internet.
Computer data processing software such as Accounts Payable.
An application, or application program, is a software program that runs on your ...
Sometimes known as a client or an "app" it's a program that performs a specific function. FTP, Mail, Gopher, Mosaic, and Telnet clients are the most common examples of Internet applications.
A program. Programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Photoshop, etc. are applications. Applications give your computer instructions that provide you with tools to accomplish a task. For instance, a word processing application provides space to type in, means to format the text, a spelling checker, etc.
A computer software program that performs specific functions such as page layout, word processing, accounting, drawing and spreadsheet formation.
A program that helps the user accomplish a specific task, for example, a word processing program, a spreadsheet program or an FTP client. Application programs are distinguished from system programs, which control the computer and run the application programs; and utilities, which are small helper programs.
A more technical term for program.
Software package designed to perform specific tasks for users or other applications. Examples of applications include office applications, such as word processors, database management systems, Web Browsers, and enterprise application components such as the mySAP.com Workplace(tm), the SAP Business Information Warehouse (BW), R/3, etc.
(Software, Program) Specific set of software instructions that provide a "user interface" to enter and manipulate data, and works with the system software to control the processor.
of or being a computer program designed for a specific task or use; a computer program with a user interface
An application is also called a program. There are viruses, who are in need of a certain application for proper function. E.g. some viruses require Microsoft Outlook, to distribute themselves by email.
A term that idenifys the program. Examples of applications: WordPerfect, LotusWorks, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint.
A programme used to perform other tasks such as browsing, downloading, typing etc.
It is a program, which is used to conduct a specfic task or group of tasks.
The term 'application' is used for computer software and/or programs.
Software with a specific function.
Common term used to refer to a computer program.
A program that performs a specific task, such as word processing, database management, or graphics.
A general term used to describe software components.
A computer program that can stand alone.
A classification of computer programs designed to perform specific tasks, such as word processing, database management, or graphics.
A task-oriented software program that you use for a particular kind of work, such as word processing or database management. Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word are all applications.
Software program, such as a word processor, spreadsheet or game, which is designed for a specific purpose.
A program that performs for a certain purpose.
A computer program designed for a specific, or related sets of tasks.
a program that runs allows you do something. Typically, you use applications to create files. Files are distinguished by their file extensions. The file extension tells Windows which application to run when you double click on a file. Examples of applications are Word, Acrobat, Intellipics, Kidpix. Examples of files created by these applications are letter.doc, partB.pdf, Funny Noises.ipc, and picture.bmp. Applicationà Microsoft Word Adobe Acrobat Intellipics KidPix File or document
Applications software includes database programs, word processors, and spreadsheets. "Applications" are programs that run within a given operating system because it is unable to run without the operating system and system utilities.
Any software program developed for a specific function, such as a spreadsheet or for word-processing. @: This symbol is commonly used to indicate an e-mail address. It is typed in by pressing a combination of keys.
A software program designed for use by end users.
A program for end-users that performs a specific task, or a group of tasks of a specific type. Often called "app" for short. Some familiar categories of applications are word-processing apps, spreadsheets, databases, and Web browsers.
A piece of software that runs on a computer. Business applications include word processors, spreadsheet programs and database programs. The most important application when running a Web site is the Web server software.
A self-contained program that performs a well-defined set of tasks under user control, as opposed to a system program. Web browsers, mail readers, and FTP clients are examples of applications commonly used on the Internet.
Software that provides a set of services such as electronic mail, word documents, etc.
Software designed for a particular purpose, such as home finance, education, or word processing.
An executable software program. In DOS and Windows environments, applications are designated with the ".exe" or ".com" suffix. In Macintosh environments, application icons appear as diamond shapes.
An application is computer software designed to perform a particular task such as a word processor which is used for creating and editing documents. On ourbrisbane.com the infringement payments transaction is an example of an application. In many cases, applications are like online forms.
Another way to say computer program, sometimes truncated informally to "app."
or "app." An alternative term for computer program.
software program or program package that makes calls to the operating system and manipulates data and/or files, thus allowing a user to perform a specific job (such as accounting or word processing).
A program consisting of special codes stored in memory used to control a terminal and its operations.
A program or group of programs designed for end users. Applications software (also called end-user programs) includes database programs, word processors, and spreadsheets.
Another way of saying "computer program."
A software program. Cat ET, Detroit Diesel Diagnostic Link, and Eaton MD-300 are examples of vehicle diagnostic applications.
A set of business processes and software programs designed for a specific business process.
The Escendency software comprises a number of component applications, referred to as (and synonymous with) modules, that are system wide in scope (with the exception of 'My Password') and are accessed from the menu on the left hand side of the control panel pages. Examples include action planning, strategy map, organisation chart, and equation builder.
Utilized by most computer users, applications include software programs, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
An application is the actual program a user activates to work on the computer. There are many computer programs that fit into the category of application; applications are also referred to as software.
A software programme which performs a specific function.
Computer software; also called a program. There are many types of software that fit into the category of application. Application software is distinct from other forms of software, such as operating system and utility software.
Applications software (also called end-user programs) includes database programs, word processors, and spreadsheets. Figuratively speaking, applications software sits on top of systems software because it is unable to run without the operating system and system utilities.
(1) a form to be filled out by a job candidate when seeking employment; (2) the use of computer-based programs to process data for specific purposes.
A computer program that performs a particular task. Word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs are all applications. See also Applications list.
A program or group of programs designed for end users. Application software includes database programs, word processors, and spreadsheets. Applications are unable to function without an operating system and system utilities.
A means of doing a specific job with a computer. This can be a browser or a word processing program, for example.
A computer program that performs a task or service for a user. Also see web application.
A computer program, such as an image editor or image browser.
A computer software program you use.
A computer program or set of programs that perform the processing of records for a specific function
A software program for a handheld.
Term referring to a software program designed to perform a specific function (e.g. Photoshop® is an image-editing application).
A program which a user might run to perform a particular kind of work. For example, a word processor is an application program.
A program with a graphical user interface that you can start from the workspace, such as Edit, Mail, or Preferences.
(1.) A program or group of programs that apply to a particular business area, such as Inventory Control or the Accounts Receivable application. (2.) Software coded by or for end users that performs a service or accomplishes work-related tasks. (3.) In AIXwindows and Enhanced X-Windows, the environment is modeled on a traditional client-server relationship in which compatible applications are considered clients of the Enhanced X-Windows server.
This is is a software program that runs on your computer. e.g. Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, etc.
Another term for computer program.
A program that performs a function directly for a user. FTP, mailand Telnet clients are examples of network applications. application layer
A software program or group of programs designed to meet a specific end user need or requirement.
A computer program, designed to perform a specific function such as word processing or illustrating.
A program or group of programs designed for use by end users.
A program that applies the computer to solving some real-world problem. In ODBC terms, it is the program connecting to the data source.
A computer program, such as a word processor or electronic spreadsheet, or a group of Active Server Pages (ASP) scripts and components that perform such tasks.
A group of algorithms and data linked together to support specific computer processing.
A software program designed to facilitate a particular task on your computer e.g. Brower, MS office.
A term used to refer to a commercially available program on a personal computer. For instance, WORD, HyperCard, and FrameMaker are "applications".
A program designed to allow users to perform specific tasks such as word processing or Internet access.
A software program that carries out some useful task. Database managers, spreadsheets, graphics programs, word processors, and communication packages are all applications.
By contrast to an Applet, a Java Application has unrestricted network and file access.
A software package that is built to deal specifically with a business function - in this case museum collections management.
A software program designed to perform a specific task or group of tasks, such as word processing, communications, or database management.
This is a program. It does things when called upon. A shortened version gave Java it's name: applet.
Synonym for a computer program that carries out a specific type of task. Word-processors or spreadsheets are common applications available on personal computers.
Software executing on a server providing a specific service (e.g., web server, web application server, database server, DNS server, etc)
Short for software application. A program applying the computer's hardware and operating system to a specific task. The most common application in use today is a word processor.
A complete program that enables users to define, process, store, and/or retrieve data in various ways. Applications help to automate various aspects of operation in some domain. Typical applications include word-processing systems, spreadsheets, calculators, and payroll systems.
A program designed for a specific purpose, such as word processing or graphic design.
A website which provides a discrete service (also known as a function, business process, life event or user activity). In other words, the application gathers the resources a user needs to do a specific task and guides him or her through the process. [go to page
Is software designed to allow computer users to carry out a specific task. For example, graphics programs and word processors.
A computer program. A system that responds to your input. Also called software.
executable software that provides useful tool(s) or function(s). In ye olden days, applications were called "programs."
A software program that lets you complete a task, such as writing a paper, creating a poster, designing an image, or viewing a Web page.
A software program executed on a computer to solve some problem defined in a customer problem space. This is a somewhat broader and less precise definition than many in the computing literature, but the main characteristic I am attempting to capture in this blog is that applications usually deal with problem spaces other than the computing space
A set of Oracle programs that solve a company's business needs.
A standalone program that executes independently of a Java-enabled browser. You can create an application by using the java Java interpreter, which is included in the Java Developer’s Kit.
A program or group of programs designed for the end user. Application software includes database programs, word processors, and spreadsheets. Applications can not run without an operating system.
A complete, self-contained program that performs a specific function directly for the user. Common examples are wordprocessing and spreadsheet programs. This is in contrast to system software such as the operating system kernel and server processes that exist to support application programs.
Organized sets of software instructions designed to perform specific tasks.
Sometimes known as "client software" or an "app", an application is a program that performs a specific function. Web browser, FTP, Mail, Gopher, and Telnet clients are the most common examples of Internet applications.
A program that does a specific task, e.g., a word processor.
Computer software such as word processors, spreadsheets, and computer-aided engineering programs.
A program that helps you accomplish a specific task; for example, a word processing program, a spreadsheet program, or an FTP client. Applications should be distinguished from system programs, which control the computer and run applications, and utilities, which are small assistance programs.
A program or system that allows you to process certain types of data.
1. A specific digital printing job: "This application is a great example of promotional VDP." 2. A general category of printing jobs: "Web fulfillment is a rapidly growing application for VDP." 3. In general, a software program: "Microsoft Excel is a useful application for cleaning up incoming data."
program or a group of programs.
A software program which performs a specific function.
n. A program designed to assist in the performance of a specific task, such as word processing, accounting, or inventory management. Compare utility.
A computer program used for a particular task, such as the Netscape Navigator application. This term is used interchangeably with program.
A software entity with a well-defined functionality. source: EU-P103 domain: Development Environment usage: EU-P103
a type of computer software that does a job for you. Often called simply a program.
The system or problem to which a computer is applied. Reference is often made to an application as being either of the computational type, in which arithmetic computations predominate, or of the data processing type, in which data handling operations predominate.
A computer program designed to accomplish a specific task-for example, word processing.
A measurable and controllable unit of work that completes a specific user task, such as the running of payroll or financial statements. The smallest entity that an application can be broken down into is an operation. Generally, several related operations make up an application.
Specifically, a language defined using XML. More generally, this language and its associated stylesheets, related documentation and any server programs that is uses.
A program designed to perform a specific function directly for the user or, in some cases, for another application program. Examples of applications include word processors, database programs, Web browsers, development tools, drawing, paint, image editing programs, and communication programs. Applications use the services of the computer's operating system and other supporting applications.
A program that performs a function directly for a user. eg. FTP, mail and Telnet clients are examples of network applications.
A type of computer software that has a specific purpose.
A program that performs a specific function directly for a user. Applications can make use of CGDI services.
A computer program used for a particular kind of work, such as word processing or database management.
Unlike an applet, a Java application does not require a Web browser to function. Applications are often referred to as "stand-alone."
An executable or program that can be run.
A self-contained program that performs a specific function directly for the user. An example of an application is XMLwriter. It is a standalone program that allows you to edit XML files as well as other text files.
A computer program that performs a specific task or function. For example, Microsoft Excel is an application.
Software or firmware that can be controlled by a user interface consisting of a monitor, mouse and keyboard. banding, horizontal: A horizontal stripe of any width in the printed image.
Most of the computer programs you use are Applications. An Application is a program that performs a specific job, for example Microsoft Word is an Application used for word processing.
A program that performs some task on the client or on the server. In the broadest terms, this is anything from a small piece of JavaScript code on a web client. To the operating system for large scale server. Often, the term script is used in lieu of application to denote a smaller, simpler and often interpreted application.
The term application is a shorter form of application program. An application program is a program designed to perform a specific function directly for the user or, in some cases, for another application program. Examples of applications include word processors, database programs, Web browsers, development tools, drawing, paint, and image editing programs, and communication programs. Source: Whatis.com
A piece of software used to carry out a particular task, like a word processor or graphics package.
An application is a computer program that performs a certain task.
Software that carries out a specific task, such as word processing or spreadsheets
(1) Software with which the user interacts. (2) The use to which a system is put; for example, e-mail, videoconferencing, high-speed data access, and network management.
An application is a program or piece of software that allows a user to use the computer- such as processing, playing a game or sending an email message.
Generic term for any software program that carries out a useful task. Word processors and graphics programs are applications.
An executable program that calls functions in the ODBC API.
A collection of computer files that can include several programs. Microsoft Word is an application as are each of the Internet Browsers (e.g. Netscape Navigator).
Software designed to perform a particular task: word processing or spreadsheet, for example.
A program, such as a word processor, that is run to perform a specific task.
The first step toward being admitted to a program of study.
An executable piece of software, a computer program.
Computer software, such as word processor or database management system, used to perform a specific task. The word program can be used interchangeably with application.
A set of programs and subprograms which are invoked from a single command.
A program or group of programs that perform a specific task.
Computer software designed to perform a particular task. Examples of application software include word processors (used for creating and editing text) and graphics programmes (used for drawing pictures or retouching photographs).
A computer program developed to provide a specific function or answer a specific business need. ()
A computer program used to accomplish specific tasks not related to the computer itself (e.g., word processors, spreadsheets, accounting systems).
sometimes called a program, are pieces of software that make the computer do certain tasks. For instance, Microsoft Word is the application/program that makes a word processing document; Internet Explorer allows the user to browse the World Wide Web, etc.
A software programme on a computer - word processors, spreadsheets, web browsers, email programs etc.
A piece of software used for a particular purpose, ex. a word processing package or a spreadsheet package.
An application is a full software program made of executable code
A program or group of programs designed for end users. Common applications include database programs, word processors, and spreadsheets.
OR program "application" is preferred
A substantial computer program, such as the program you use to create your drawings.
At VRoooom, we consider programs specifically for commerce-related activities to be applications.
What a computer may be used to do
An application is a functional implementation realized as software running in one or spread over serveral interplaying hardware entities.
Software that provides a set of services such as electronic mail or file transfers.
A Java program that runs locally on your computer rather than as part of a World Wide Web page.
Also known as program; a set of instructions that enable a computer to perform a specific task, such as word processing or data management.
A component or collection of components that performs some useful task.
Any program on your hard disk - an application usually has its own Directory and can be started by clicking on its icon in the Start Menu. Most applications have their own Window.
See software application.
A computer software program designed to meet a specific need.
A program file. Does the work on the file or document.
In EDI terms, this is the back end software used to generate or read the business data that is to be either constructed or translated to or from EDI. The following are typical Application software packages SAP, MFG/PRO, Oracle, BAAN, JD Edwards, JBA, Exel, Formul8 and Scala
A computer program to perform a specific task for the user, as opposed to the operating system that runs the computer itself.
A computer program, specifically software that runs on a computer and performs a particular task, i.e. word processor, spreadsheet, etc.
An individual software program.
A program, such as a word processor or a spreadsheet, that performs one of the important tasks for which a desktop or handheld computer is used. This term is sometimes use in place of or in conjunction with "software."
A business-oriented task, for example, order processing.
A program or group of programs (also known as software) designed to carry out a particular task. For example, a word processor is used for inputting and editing text.
A Java program that runs standalone; i.e., it doesn't require an applet viewer.
A program for solving particular tasks, like the creation of documents.
The specific use to which a sensor is put.
One or more software components that do some action or provide some service, a compiled Visual Basic project. Other examples of applications include Microsoft Visual Basic and Microsoft Word. Also known as a program.
This term is often used to describe programs that run on a computer. Browser A browser is a software application or program that runs on your computer and interprets HTML as it receives it to form web pages. Examples include Microsoft Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator. Bespoke Designed in a customized or personalized fashion to suit the client.
A software program or set of related programs that provide some useful capability or functionality.
Any stand alone computer program.
the type of work being run on a computer for a user of the system (e.g., payroll, statistical analysis, budgeting, numerical analysis are all types of computer applications).
Any of a class of "programs" or "software", which causes a computer to perform some useful function (like type text or add numbers or communcate over telephone lines). WWWebfx Home Page
Software designed to help you perform a specific task or series of tasks. Applications run from the operating system.
Software programs, such as word processors and spreadsheets, that most users use to do work on a computer.
Task-oriented computer program or group of programs designed to meet the needs of an individual user.
A user-level program designed to serve a specific purpose. Although applications may be implemented by multiple processes, in this dissertation it may be assumed that an application is implemented by a single process.
Software that performs tasks for the user directly, for example, database applications or word processors.
The process of applying for admission to the college or to a specific program of study; also the form you fill out to apply.
Application program and its data to be written on application carrier device.
An application is a software program that performs a particular useful function for a user. Examples include word processing, spread sheets, distance learning, document conferencing, and Telemedicine.
A piece of software designed for a specific kind of task, for example a word processor (such as Microsoft Word).
Application software is a subclass of computer software that employs the capabilities of a computer directly to a task that the user wishes to perform. The Microsoft Office suite contains examples of such software, which provides word processing, spreadsheet, small database, and presentation capabilities to diverse departments. The services associated with such applications are those of choosing, configuring, upgrading, protecting and troubleshooting.
A program. Files such as Microsoft Word, MacWrite, MacPaint, etc. are applications. Applications give the computers instructions which provide the user with tools to accomplish a task. For instance, a word processing application provides space to type in, means to format the text, a spelling checker, etc.
Software that provides functionality to your server.
An application is A particular customer use to which an information processing system is put - for example, a payroll or general ledger application. A program, set of programs, or software package designed for a particular purpose such as payroll or general ledger. An application may be made up of many different types of data, such as multiple database components, data feeds from other applications or other data sources, flat files and electronic transmissions.
Application is a software program or group of programs that allows a user to perform specific tasks like graphic design or database management. Applications can not run on a computer without an operating system.
Any software on your computer that allows you to perform specific functions, e.g. word processing.
A program designed to perform a specific function for the user or, in some cases, for another application program. Examples would be payroll, labor, inventory, or accounts payable systems.
A program written in C, Fortran, or NCL that utilizes any of the functionality of NCAR Graphics.
Is a program (as a word processor or a spreadsheet) that performs one of the important tasks for which a computer is used. For more Info...
A type of software that allows you to create, change and save files.
The software by which data is viewed or manipulated.
Software designed to accomplish a specific task such as desktop publishing or word processing.
(2003-02-03) Chris Limb A computer program used for a particular type of work, such as word processing or creating graphics.
A practical use of computer software, an electronic system, or a concept.
a program that helps you accomplish a specific task; for example a word-processing or spreadsheet program. Application programs are run by the systems program.
a program that is used to accomplish some larger goal (e.g. signal analysis; cf. utility below)
A term used to refer to a software program that accomplishes a certain task.
A software program that allows a user to perform specific tasks like word processing, email, accounting, database management.
a program that gives a computer instructions that provide the user with tools to accomplish a task; "he has tried several different word processing applications" Source: Hyperdictionary.
A term for software that helps people perform a certain type of work or activity. Compare this to an operating system, which is a kind of software that runs a computer, or a utility, which performs small tasks or chores designed to help maintain a computer.
A program that combines all the functions necessary for a user to accomplish a particular set of tasks (for instance, word processing or inventory tracking). Unless stated otherwise, this book uses "application" to refer to both applets and standalone applications. See also applet.
a utility that has been downloaded along with a desired program and is unwanted, such as adware or spyware (often with prefix "App/")
A computer program—written in Java—that executes independently of a Java-enabled browser through the Java interpreter included in the Java Development Kit.
A piece of software that you use to undertake a specific task e.g. a word-processor.
An application is a software program run by the end-user, e.g. a word processing program or web browser; as opposed to systems programs such as the operating system, that run in the background. Many applications can be run simultaneously on a computer, each in it's own window.
Use of software, data, procedures and techniques in a series of steps that are then put into practice to solve a problem or perform a function.
This is the software that runs on the On-Board Unit and RSU Application Platform. The Application contains the “brains†(i.e. logic) that conducts the transaction using the Public and Private Keys (see below).
A computer program that helps the user accomplish a specific task; for example, a word processing program. Application programs should be distinguished from system programs, which control the computer.
A software organization of related functions, or series of interdependent or closely related programs, that when executed accomplish a specified objective or set of user requirements. See also: Major Application, Process.
The FXDirectDealer software program.
a program in which you do your work.
The use to which a data processing system is put within a given discipline, such as a payroll application, an airline reservation application or a network application.
The information system component that is composed of the application software and its accompanying datasets and thus represents the functionality of the information system.
Software program performing a specific function for user. The members of the NephroLogic family are applications.