Monday, January 29, 2007

definition of program

Definitions of program on the Web:

a system of projects or services intended to meet a public need; "he proposed an elaborate program of public works"; "working mothers rely on the day care program"
plan: a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished; "they drew up a six-step plan"; "they discussed plans for a new bond issue"
(computer science) a sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute; "the program required several hundred lines of code"
course of study: an integrated course of academic studies; "he was admitted to a new program at the university"
broadcast: a radio or television show; "did you see his program last night?"
a performance (or series of performances) at a public presentation; "the program lasted more than two hours"
platform: a document stating the aims and principles of a political party; "their candidate simply ignored the party platform"; "they won the election even though they offered no positive program"
arrange a program of or for; "program the 80th birthday party"
write a computer program
an announcement of the events that will occur as part of a theatrical or sporting event; "you can't tell the players without a program"
wordnet.princeton.edu/perl/webwn
A television program is the content of television broadcasting. The content of an individual broadcast may be referred to as a television program (US, Canada and Australia), television programme (UK, NZ and Ireland) or television show. A program may be a one-off broadcast or, more usually, part of a periodically returning television series. A television series that is intended to air a finite number of episodes is usually called a miniseries. ...
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Program_(TV)
A program or programme (in management) has at least two senses:# A collection of projects that are directed toward a common goal, e.g., the NASA space program# A broad framework of goals to be achieved, serving as a basis to define and plan specific projects, e.g. the EU's SAPARD Programme.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Program_(management)
Program is a short film written and directed by Yoshiaki Kawajiri, and is part of The Animatrix series.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Program_(The_Animatrix)
A computer program (often simply called a program) is an example of computer software that prescribes the actions ("computations") that are to be carried out by a computer. Most programs consist of a loadable set of instructions which determines how the computer will react to user input when that program is running, i.e. when the instructions are 'loaded'.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Program_(computing)
A program is the umbrella structure established to manage a series of related projects. The program does not produce any project deliverables. The project teams produce them all. ...
www.pmostep.com/290.1TerminologyDefinitions.htm
Generally defined as an organized set of activities directed toward a common purpose or goal, undertaken or proposed by an agency in order to carry out its responsibilities. In practice, however, the term program has many uses and is used to describe an agency's mission, programs, functions, activities, services, projects, and processes.
data2.itc.nps.gov/budget2/glossary.htm
A subprogram (usually a parameterless procedure) which has been linked to produce an executable file.
www.it.bton.ac.uk/staff/je/adacraft/glossary.htm
A magic spell cast over a computer allowing it to turn one's input into error messages. More seriously: A program is a combination of computer instructions and data definitions that enable computer hardware to perform computational and control functions. A program is designed to systematically solve a certain kind of problem.
www.orafaq.org/glossary/faqglosp.htm
A series of instructions for completion of a specific task or for performance of an activity.
www.micro2000uk.co.uk/hardware_glossary.htm
In computers, sequence of instructions for a computer. Same as software.
www.compulabel.com/index.asp
Verb: To create a synthesizer patch. Noun: A patch. See patch, preset.
www.digitalhymnal.org/glossary_m-z.html
A list of instructions that a computer follows to perform a task.
www.flw.com/define_p.htm
(or MTAP) A state-funded program which provides operating funds for the transportation of Medicaid- eligible children and Medicaid- eligible pregnant women. No local matching funds are requested.
www.oahutrans2k.com/info/glossary/M.htm
A major endeavor authorized and funded to achieve a significant purpose, defined in terms of the principal actions/activities required. It may cross organizational lines.
www.ojp.usdoj.gov/BJA/evaluation/glossary/glossary_p.htm
A combination of courses and related activities organized for the attainment of broad educational objectives described by the institution.
oregonone.org/glossary.htm
A plan of activities and procedures designed to accomplish a predetermined objective or set of allied objectives.
www.bartlesville.k12.ok.us/district/glossary.html
A sophisticated software package containing advanced graphics and drawing features.Used by engineers, architects, and designers for drawing and de-sign applications. concatenation
techref.massmind.org/techref/glossary.htm
A DSM program designed to promote efficient lighting systems in new construction or existing facilities. Lighting DSM programs can include: certain types of high-efficiency fluorescent fixtures including T-8 lamp technology, solid state electronic ballasts, specular reflectors, compact fluorescent fixtures, LED and electro-luminescent Emergency Exist Signs, High Pressure Sodium with switchable ballasts, Compact Metal Halide, occupancy sensors, and daylighting controllers.
www.eia.doe.gov/glossary/glossary_l.htm
A warranty program offered by a division of the National Association of Home Builders through certain builders. The program sets standards for construction and requires warranties ranging from one to ten years in duration on everything from minor defects in workmanship to major structural problems.
www.search4miamihomes.com/realestateglossary/H.html
A program is an approved program of study which leads to the award of a degree, diploma or certificate. Programs may be undergraduate or postgraduate and are identified by a four digit numeric code eg. the program code for the Bachelor of Psychology is 3432.
www.handbook.unsw.edu.au/glossary.html
1. A set of coded instructions that a computer executes or interprets to perform an automated task. 2. An interrelated group of projects that are either being run concurrently or sequentially and that share a system goal. Individual projects may have different goals, however the combined set of projects will have a program goal.
www.georgetown.edu/uis/ia/dw/GLOSSARY0816.html
(1) One or more files containing a set of instructions conforming to a particular programming language syntax. (2) A self-contained, executable module. Multiple copies of the same program can be run in different processes.
davinci01.man.ac.uk/ibmcxx/glossary/p.htm
A coherent assembly of plans, project activities, and supporting resources contained within an administrative framework, whose purpose is to implement an organization's mission or some specific program-related aspect of that mission. For purposes of this policy statement, a PHS financial assistance program refers to a program that carries out its mission by supporting activities in other organizations through the grant or cooperative agreement mechanism.
grants.nih.gov/grants/policy/gps/2glossar.htm
a set of instructions that direct a computer to carry out a given task
www.its.ex.ac.uk/glossary.shtml
The term "Program" refers to any loan made under a University of California Home Loan Program.
www.ucop.edu/facil/olp/glossary.html
The courses of study organized to fulfill an academic objective, such as a BSc degree.
web.uvic.ca/calendar2005/CAL/TUintC.html
An activity that the Canada Council funds. Applicants request financial assistance from specific programs within their discipline. Each program has particular objectives, eligibility and assessment criteria, award values, application deadline dates, and application submission requirements.
www.canadacouncil.ca/help/lj127228791697343750.htm
is a specific combination of courses that fulfils the requirements for a degree.
registrar.mcmaster.ca/GetReg200509/GR_Glossary.htm
A set of intangible instructions that tells a computer how to operate. Computer programs are also known as software.
teladesign.com/ma-thesis/glossary.html

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