Definition of Multiprogramming

1. Noun. The execution of two or more computer programs by a single computer.

Exact synonyms: Concurrent Execution
Generic synonyms: Execution, Instruction Execution

Lexicographical Neighbors of Multiprogramming

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multiprocessing
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multiprocessors
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multiproduction companies
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multiprogramming (current term)
multiprong
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multipurposeness
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multiquark
multiquarks

Literary usage of Multiprogramming

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. High-Performance Computing in Europe by Miroslaw Malek (1993)
"... Language Concurrent Pascal," IEEE Trans, on Software Engineering 1, 199-207 (1975). 30. N. Wirth, "Modula: A Language for Modular multiprogramming," ..."

2. Trusted Network Interpretation of the Trusted Computer System Evaluation (1994)
"Since this is a monolithic system with (it is presumed) an "ordinary" secure multiprogramming operating system, it can support a given process on any ..."

3. A History of the Personal Computer: The People and the Technology by Roy A. Allan (2001)
"It provided real-time processing with multiprogramming and multi-terminal features. The program was compatible with CP/M and sold for $300. ..."

4. Ballistic Missile Defense Organization: Technology Applications Report (1997) by Pat Hartary (1999)
"... priority-based scheduling to provide multiprogramming and multiprocessing to support concurrent computing, including parallel and pipeline processing. ..."

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