Computer program
Computer program
A Computer program (pronounced /kəmˈpjuːtər ˈproʊɡræm/) is a collection of instructions that can be executed by a computer to perform a specific task. A computer program is also known as a software or application.
Etymology
The term "Computer program" is derived from the combination of two words, "computer" and "program". The word "computer" comes from the Latin word "computare", which means "to calculate" or "to count". The word "program" comes from the Greek word "programma", which means "a written public notice".
Related terms
- Algorithm: A set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer.
- Coding: The process of designing, writing, testing, debugging/troubleshooting, and maintaining the source code of computer programs.
- Software Development: The process of conceiving, specifying, designing, programming, documenting, testing, and bug fixing involved in creating and maintaining applications, frameworks, or other software components.
- Programming Language: A formal language comprising a set of instructions that produce various kinds of output, used in developing software applications, scripts, or other sets of instructions for a computer to execute.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Computer program
- Wikipedia's article - Computer program
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