| Word |
Definition |
| interactive |
A term for computer programs that accept input from the user while they are running; for example, a game that waits for the user to take an action, then responds to that action. The interaction between computer and user may take place through typed commands, voice commands, mouse clicks, or other means of interfacing. The opposite of interactive processing is batch processing, where all the commands are given before the program starts to run. |
| Interactive CourseWare |
(ICW) A U.S. military term for software used with computer-aided instruction and computer-based training. Interactive CourseWare relies on interaction with the trainee to determine the pacing and sequence of a course of instruction. |
| ICW |
Interactive CourseWare. A U.S. military term for software used with computer-aided instruction and computer-based training. Interactive CourseWare relies on interaction with the trainee to determine the pacing and sequence of a course of instruction. |
| interactive development environment |
(IDE). A set of programming tools (such as Visual C++ or Visual Basic) that help the user to write software. |
| interactive session |
A work session in which there is an exchange of communication between the user and the computer. |
| interactive TV |
A kind of television that allows interactive participation by the viewer; for example, shop-at-home or movies on demand. |
| interactive video |
(IV). Video in which the user can control which part of a program to view, or interact with certain parts of the program. |
| IV |
Interactive video. Video in which the user can control which part of a program to view, or interact with certain parts of the program. |
| interface |
A shared boundary where two or more systems meet; or the means by which communication is achieved at this boundary. An interface can be between hardware and hardware (such as sockets and plugs, or electrical signals), hardware and software, software and software, human and computer (such as a mouse or keyboard and display screen). |
| interface analysis |
Using a software test to check the interfaces between program elements to see if they are consistent and properly designed. |
