Vocabulary for Computing

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  1. 1. In computing, dimension often refers to the number of axes or indices required to access individual elements within a multi-dimensional data structure, such as a matrix or array. It specifies the size of each axis or direction within the structure.
  2. 7. In computing, manipulation refers to the process of modifying or changing data in order to achieve a desired result. This could involve performing mathematical operations, rearranging elements, or applying transformations to data.
  3. 8. Conversion in computing refers to the process of changing the form or format of data from one type to another. It involves transforming data from its original representation to a different one, such as converting a string to an integer or vice versa.
  4. 9. A declaration in computing is a statement that specifies the identifier and the type of a variable, constant, function, or other entity. It introduces the identifier to the compiler or interpreter and informs it about its type.
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  1. 2. Initialization in computing refers to the process of assigning an initial value to a variable or data structure when it is first created or allocated in memory. It ensures that the variable or structure starts with a known state before being used.
  2. 3. An element in computing typically refers to an individual item or component within a data structure, such as a single value in an array, a character in a string, or a node in a linked list. Elements can be accessed, modified, or removed from the data structure.
  3. 4. An index in computing typically refers to a value or expression that identifies the position of an element within a data structure, such as an array, list, or string. It allows for efficient retrieval and manipulation of elements within the data structure.
  4. 5. Concatenation in computing refers to the operation of joining two or more strings, arrays, or other data structures together to form a single entity. It involves appending one sequence of data to the end of another.
  5. 6. In computing, infinite typically refers to a state or condition that has no endpoint or limit, particularly in the context of loops or sequences. It may represent an ongoing process or an unbounded range of values.
  6. 10. In computing, a reference is a value that points to or "refers to" the memory address of another value or object rather than containing the actual data itself. It allows for indirect access to the data stored in memory.