what is another name for a computer program? P.s.anyone who knows anything about thecomputer basics letme no?
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A computer program is an instruction set or an application, depending on context. Various definitions follow:\n\na program that gives a computer instructions that provide the user with tools to accomplish a task; "he has tried several different word processing applications"\nwordnet.princeton.edu/perl/web...\n\nA software program designed to perform a specific task or group of tasks, such as word processing, communications, or database management.\nwww.c-3.com/Dict.cfm\n\nSoftware programs, such as word processors and spreadsheets that most users use to do work on a computer.\nwww.krollontrack.co.uk/legalre...\n\nAn 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.\ncjs.cadmus.com/da/glossary.asp\n\nA computer program, such as an image editor or image browser.\nwww.bytecamera.com/content/vie...\n\nA program or group of programs designed for end users. Applications software includes database programs, word processors, and spreadsheets.\nwww.west.asu.edu/achristie/545...\n\nAn application program (sometimes shortened to application) is any program designed to perform a specific function directly for the user or, in some cases, for another application program. Examples of application programs include Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer, and Adobe Acrobat.\nfaculty.tui.edu/it/pages/tech_...\n\nA software piece or module designed to fill the specific needs of a user; for example, software for project management, issue tracking, file sharing, etc. This contrasts with system software, eg operating systems like MS Windows or UNIX.\nwww.webasyst.net/glossary.htm\n\nSoftware 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.\nwww.incredible.co.za/services/...\n\nA 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.\nwww.netdictionary.com/a.html
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This may sound like a foolish question, but: are you sure you're entering a program executable file?  Just be sure you're using the right filename.\n\nAlso, depending on the program, you may need to type the entire file path to it.
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How exactly do you discover a computer? I was under the impression that all computers were built by human beings. I would really like to discover computers as well.
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VisiCalc.\n\nAlthough similar programs have been used before. VisiCalc just took off and made the spreadsheet approach popular.
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is all of the programs behave like this?
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Computer\nCompute + -er\nOne who computes (calculates). The word computer predates modern computers.
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This has nothing to do with Computer Programming.  This is a totally screwed up Windows XP system.  Backup your files you want to save and reload Windows XP from scratch.  then reinstall all your programs and data.
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Get an old pc with MS BASIC on it, and then look around for a "Idiot's Guide..." book about BASIC. It's so out dated though... Why not learn C#, C++, J#...?
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A Program has to be useful for performing a set of tasks. \nIt has to work well, bug free and have a simple GUI.\nI should be able to figure out how to use it simply by playing with it.
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Depending on your computer type you can download or purchase programs that will allow you to 'chop up' samples as you please.  I've heard on of one, I just have to tell you the name.  It's for PC users by the way.  It's called Mr. Free Free.  I couldn't believe it when I saw it.  Funniest name for software I've seen.
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So far no such program. I also use seperate softwares.
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Actually I don't understand these terms. Could you please tell what is really happening in your computer? (like, a program's not opening, windows can't let you in, etc.)\n\nBut usually the source of problem in a computer is a virus. So go get a cleaner.
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It is called "extention".\n\nSo, you need an extension list.\nOne of them (very wide) is attached. You can obtain there an alphabetically list of extensions as well as associated extentions with some program.
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Try to use a differant computer!
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find a fun but good computer program
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Programs for your PC?  They are ALL over the internet.  Depends on what you need, want and desire :)
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Application. (You have been helped with that scrambled word, not unscrambled)\nAdditional answer - Computer.