computing

A structure consisting of nested structures, such as nested loops or nested subroutine calls.

To join or link together, as though in a chain.

The use of versions as a means of distinguishing similar items.

A keyboard shortcut that involves two or more distinct keypresses, such as Ctrl+M followed by P.

(information retrieval) the fraction of (all) relevant material that is returned by a search

To gain access to a computer system, usually by providing a previously agreed upon username and password.

The act of committing (e.g. a database transaction or source code into a source control repository), making it a permanent change.

An input/output device that allows the user to interact with the computer by touching the display screen.

An attack that uses a list of words (from a dictionary) to try and guess passwords or decryption keys

A program or algorithm for fading out colors.

To run a processor (CPU), or any electronic logic device, at a speed higher than is recommended by the manufacturer.

To derive or duplicate the design, technical specifications, manufacturing methods, or functionality of an object by studying an existing product, prototype, etc.

To form data into packets, or bundled units, according to a specific protocol

A kind of pop-up that is overlaid across a web page while the rest of the content is dimmed.

The event of an on-screen pointer being over an on-screen shape.

To sit or crouch repeatedly on the head of another player's character after they are dead.

A server used to share files with other computers.

By analogy with a human brain, the part of a machine or computer that performs calculations.

A function in many aspects of industry, commerce and computing in which events are timed to take place at the most opportune time

(operating systems) A minimal operating system kernel offering basic mechanisms rather than abstract services.