What is Programs: Definition and 562 Discussions

A computer program is a collection of instructions that can be executed by a computer to perform a specific task.
A computer program is usually written by a computer programmer in a programming language. From the program in its human-readable form of source code, a compiler or assembler can derive machine code—a form consisting of instructions that the computer can directly execute. Alternatively, a computer program may be executed with the aid of an interpreter.
A collection of computer programs, libraries, and related data are referred to as software. Computer programs may be categorized along functional lines, such as application software and system software. The underlying method used for some calculation or manipulation is known as an algorithm.

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  1. M

    ISU vs UIdaho; Comparing Undergrad Physics Programs

    At the moment I'm attending North Idaho College, and while ideally I'd be able to transfer out of state to a better University, I'm all but guaranteed a spot at either University of Idaho (UI) or Idaho State University (ISU) if that doesn't work out. So naturally I'm trying to figure out which...
  2. K

    Schools Best colleges for undergraduate CIS Programs in MO?

    What are the best colleges in Missouri for bachelor degree computer science programs? I've looked around and the main ones I see are Washington University in St.Louis, Columbia University, and Rolla University (Although they are called something different now, Science & Technology I think)...
  3. W

    Programs at Oberlin and Macalester

    I posted a question here once before, as my son was beginning the college application process. Now that the decisions have arrived, it appears that he will likely be deciding between Oberlin and Macalester. From what I can discern, the schools are very close in reputation as a general...
  4. R

    Math Graduate programs any advice?

    Hi everyone, I am currently a math major with an emphasis in physics, and I will begin looking for the right graduate programs to apply to in the fall. I am a rather silly case however, and I was curious if anyone had any advice or potentially some reassurance on my potential to get into...
  5. K

    Is US Fusion Energy Research at Risk Due to Budget Cuts?

    The President’s 2013 budget proposal has called for reduced funding of fusion energy programs. At the same time, an increasing portion of the fusion budget is allocated toward ITER, which is a large reactor being built in France, a collaborative effort between many countries. Funds for remaining...
  6. R

    Undergrad Research in Cold Fusion & Experiments: US Programs

    Does anyone happen to know any undergrad research programs in the U.S. that deal with cold fusion and related experiments?
  7. G

    Exploring Nuclear Engineering Graduate Programs

    Hello, I'm a graduate with a B.Sc. in Nuclear Science from National University of Malaysia (UKM) with a CGPA of 3.23 and very much interested to further my studies in the field of Masters degree in Nuclear Engineering. But so far, there are no such programme offered locally in my home country...
  8. R

    Programs Is a 3-2 Dual Degree Program in Engineering at Dartmouth Worth It?

    I am currently a freshman a liberal arts college and have recently taken an interest in engineering as a possible career path. While my school does not directly offer an engineering degree, it does offer a 3-2 dual degree program at Dartmouth, where I spend my junior year and a 5th year there to...
  9. Chemicist

    Caltech Master's and Ph.D. Programs

    Does anyone know if Caltech allows you to get your Master's and Ph.D.? I've heard that some universities allow you to get one or the other, but not both, and to acquire the Doctorate, you have to go somewhere else. Is this true for any school, specifically Caltech? Thank you.
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    Admissions Applying to math Ph.D. programs. Already have Master's in math.

    A very vague question- What are my chances of getting accepted to a top 30 Ph.D. program in math (specifically U Maryland, Johns Hopkins, U Penn, U Washington, Ann Arbor, Columbia, Northwestern) if I: Am completing my Master's in math from a top 20 school (UIUC) with a (realistically...
  11. P

    US News Rankings: How Much Do They Matter for Graduate Programs?

    When choosing a graduate program, how much weight should be given to its US News ranking? I've been accepted to two schools which fall within the top 10 for general math, but for my particular subarea in math, one of them ranks about 15 spots ahead of the other. Do people actually care about...
  12. P

    Summer Maths Programs: Options for Undergrad Math Majors

    Hello, I was just wondering what kind of options were available to an undergrad mathematics major during the summer. I know reu's are out there, but I was wondering if there was anything else. I would much rather take math courses over the summer as opposed to doing research, but the...
  13. C

    Programs Does age have a factor with PhD programs?

    Hello all, I am sure this has been asked before, but just can't seem to find a thread. To make a long story short I have been on the 10 year track to my Bachelor's degree; there are a lot of outside factors. I am getting my BS in mechanical engineering and want to go on to a PhD in...
  14. E

    Schools What universities worldwide offer nuclear engineering programs?

    I live in Canada, but the number of nuclear engineering universities we have is quite sad. Does anyone know where I could find a list of universities offering nuclear engineering degrees? I don't just mean universities in the US, because I have already found plenty of lists of American...
  15. S

    2012 Physics and Astronomy REU Programs

    I'd like to make a thread for those who are applying to REU programs in physics and the like this summer. Please post where you have applied, what your research interests are, and post when you hear from specific programs to help others make their decisions. Also feel free to discuss any...
  16. Y

    Any free simulation programs for transistors, FET and diode circuits?

    Hi, I've been busy in designing some circuits and I want to simulate some non linear behavior of transistors and diode circuits. I want to find a free simulation program. Does LT Spice work on these discrete components? Thanks Alan
  17. D

    Im looking for free downloadable security programs

    basically what should i download to take mmy security + privacy from high to the next level. whatre the best programs in your oppinion?
  18. M

    Help explain different types of Grad Physics programs

    I have a BS in Economics and Physics, I've been out of school for a year now and I really want to get a PhD in physics but I'm having trouble narrowing it down to a particular area (i.e. particle, material, astro, experimental, theoretical, etc. ), which in turn is slowing me down in my search...
  19. J

    How Can Prime Numbers Encode Turing Programs?

    Homework Statement Assign a code number n(P) to every Turing program P. Homework Equations N/A The Attempt at a Solution Let pi denote the ith prime number. Let Q = {q0,q1,...} be internal states, let {B,1} denote tape symbols and let {L,R} denote direction symbols. Assign a code...
  20. J

    Assigning Godel Numbers to Turing Programs

    I am working through a computability theory textbook and right now the author is discussing assigning Godel numbers to each Turing Program. To do this, he suggests assigning each internal state, each of the elements of {1,B} and each of the elements of {L,R} a number. Then using these numbers...
  21. R

    Mathematical physics / physics graduate programs

    I searched for topics on relevant past questions but I didn't find any, so I hope you guys can help me. I'd like to get some suggestions of good graduate programs (master degree) in mathematical physics or theoretical physics (and here I'm pushing the envelope a bit) with a focus on research...
  22. S

    Using an external hard drive for storage space and programs

    I have a laptop and I'm running Windows 7. I recently downloaded AutoCAD and some other CAD software and I needed extra storage space on my laptop, so I bought an external hard drive. I was wondering if there was any way I could reinstall any programs onto the external HD to clear up some...
  23. L

    Strongest Undergraduate Programs in Canada?

    Hello, I am an eager high school student trying to research ahead for the university I want to go to. I'm torn between studying either science or applied science. I was thinking if I spend one or two years in undergrad doing a bit of both, I might make a decision. Science: Particle...
  24. R

    Regarding Choice of Future Master Programs

    I have a few questions regarding how the future looks like for a few master degrees I'm thinking about to choose in a few years. I might be out pretty early because it's 3,5 years left until I'm going to have my masters degree, but I like to plan ahead and know what is waiting for me. First...
  25. P

    Funding programs & grants for independent scientists

    Hello. My question is directed to those of you who actually have some experience in the area or who can provide detailed information rather than general/theoretical guidance. I would like to ask you about funding sources available for an independent scientist on the U.S. or international...
  26. R

    What physics programs should I add to my TI-84Plus?

    My professor told us we are allowed to use a TI calculator and that if wanted to we could add programs to it. What programs do you thank I should add. we covered everything from one dimensional motion to basic thermodynamic stuff?
  27. Shackleford

    How valuable are technology management graduate programs?

    For example, a program like the one below. I'm graduating in May with a B.S. in Mathematics and Physics Minor. I'm looking at all the options I have. I'm just wondering if this degree or ones like it are worth the time. I don't know anything about the University of Central Missouri, though...
  28. X

    Freaking out No Paid Master's Programs

    BACKGROUND: I'm an electrical engineering student, and it's my senior year, and I'd like to continue with my education and obtain a Master's degree, particularly in controls and maybe DSP. I have a 3.53/4.0 . It should be around a 3.6X but I attempted to take 23 credits one semester and got a...
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    Why do Physics programs not cover continuum mechanics?

    I've looked at a few Physics programs and none seem to cover any time of fluids or continuum mechanics in general. It seems to be a very relevant subject to cover but it's only slightly addressed in one of the lower level classes. In these classes they usually only going over Bernoulli's...
  30. C

    Graduate programs like Perimeter Institute for math?

    Hello all, I was wondering if anyone knew if there are programs like Perimeter Scholars International for mathematics (rather than largely physics)?
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    Calculators Calculator with physics programs?

    Hi, I'm looking at a few models but I'm having a hard job seeing if any/all of them have a sort of Physics equation solver. For example, laws of motion, a calculator that could tell me for a set of given values what the value of s is when t=2. Or, say, for a given velocity curve - show the...
  32. C

    Who accredits Physics/Astronomy programs?

    My background is EE where (in the US) the gold standard is ABET accreditation. Is there an analogous accreditation for physics/astronomy programs (something beyond regional accreditation of the University)?
  33. B

    West Coast Power Engineering Programs

    Power Engineering I want to transfer as an EE student with a focus on power engineering (renewable energy, smartgrid,...). I want to stay on the West Coast (good surfing!). What schools fit the bill? Thanks!
  34. Z

    C/C++ C++, Combing programs into one

    Hello all, I am still new to C++ and was instructed to write four programs all a bit different and eventually combine them into one using a series of nested for loops to get an out put that resembles but goes to 10 lines of output not 5: *NOTE* all these will be separated by a tab cout<<"\t"...
  35. pairofstrings

    Java What tools do I need to practice Java programs on my PC?

    what tools or software is required to start practising java programs on my pc?
  36. K

    Schools Physics programs in top colleges compared to other colleges

    Hi. I am a junior in high school and have been looking into colleges. I want to pursue a career in physics (thinking about the fields of: elementary particles/field/string theory or cosmology/relativity/gravity), but I'm not sure I'll have the credentials to get accepted to one of the top...
  37. S

    Programs with MS in astro/aero via web

    Anyone have any recommendations or experiences with these types of programs? Looking to do my MS in AE. Also if it helps for options I'm going into the air force. Programs I was looking at: Purdue Georgia Tech USC Thoughts? Was hoping to find something a little more cost effective...
  38. W

    How to Use Math When Writing a Program (No Math Knowledge Needed)

    Ok, real basic stuff here. I have virtually no mathematics knowledge. I think I know that pseudo code is complied and turned into machine language but what I can't figure out is how one abstracts the instructions into algorithms(?). I'm having a hard time phrasing what I what to know. To...
  39. K

    Programs to compute simple matrix operations; free for commercial use

    Do any such programs exist?
  40. M

    Exploring Medical Physics Programs: Admissions Chances and Tips for Success

    Hey, I am a third year double major in astronomy and physics with a 3.4 gpa and currently doing research in the astronomy department at a big name midwestern school. I have been heavily interested in pursuing a masters in medical physics and was wondering what my chances are to being accepted...
  41. C

    Comparing Math Ph.D Programs in Canada and the U.S.

    How do they compare to those in the U.S.? Pure math in particular.
  42. M

    C# Where can I find a plethora of C# program codes on Planet Source Code?

    please i want c# programs code... please i want c# programs code...
  43. J

    Admissions Applying to two grad programs at the same school?

    Is there anything "wrong" with applying to two programs at the same school, in different departments? Is this looked down upon in any way? I'll be applying for grad schools in the next few months, and I'm quite interested in an interdisciplinary area of research. Maryland has a "Chaos Group,"...
  44. M

    A few questions concerning very specific programs

    Hi, I would like to study one of Physics or Applied Maths at uni. While I do enjoy maths, I don't think I would like to get too deep into it and would rather much be using it as a tool to do other things. So, at the local university, here's the choices of undergrad programs that I have...
  45. E

    Ideas for simple programs to write in Python please

    I currently have little experience in programming and would like to improve my skills. The most complex program I've made so far has been a definite integral calculator that uses either right handed or left handed riemann sums to approximate the definite integral (although it fails to be...
  46. C

    Can I Limit the Daily Usage of Specific Software?

    Hey! Is there any software out there that can limit the daily usage of specific software? For example, let's suppose that I want to make firefox work only for 2 hours a day and then it shuts down on its own. Or I want to put a similar limit on thunderbird plus I only allow it to be opened...
  47. pairofstrings

    How to compile programs in notepad++?

    I cannot find the compile button anywhere in the program. Is there a shortcut key to compile the programs in notepad++? Thanks!
  48. J

    Programs Physical Chemistry/Chemical Physics and Degree Programs

    Hello, I was wondering what the true difference between Physical Chem and Chemical Physics was. And also, I would like to know if anyone knows a good undergrad school for either one? Thanks!
  49. B

    Calculators Finding Trig Programs for TI-89 Calculators

    What programs should I download on my TI 89 for trig? Where do I get them? Where can I find all of the trig programs that are all ready on my TI-89? Can I find the arc length on circles and stuff like that with it the way it is?
  50. russ_watters

    News What Are Payroll Tax Supported Programs to You?

    This thread is motivated by discussion of what taxes to include in an accounting of peoples' tax burden. The short background is that people on the left tend to want to include the payroll taxes and people on the right don't. The simplest/safest logic says that taxes are taxes and all should...
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