Application programming
computers. a program used for a particular application (opposed to ).
noun
a computer program that is written and designed for a specific need or purpose
noun
the writing of computer programs to perform a specific task or purpose
examples
application programming can help the computer perform more complicated tasks by p-ssing a single instruction and is often used in telephony.
usage note
computing
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