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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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    US Navy Nuclear Program (Propulsion)

    Anybody here who has gone through the Navy's Nuclear Propulsion program? Wanting to get some insight on the program
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    Anyone over 30 start Chemical Engineering program?

    I'm considering leaving my job and enrolling in the chemical engineering program at University of Waterloo. I'm in my early 30's and employed in a Senior I.S. position. I don't have any formal post high school education. Mostly programming and database courses. My wife is going to support us...
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    Comp Sci C++ Program Help: Calculate Average Weight & Height by Age & Gender

    //****************************************************************** //Sherman Brown //CIS 150-01 Programming in C/C++ //April 17, 2011 //Program #7 //Organizing data by age and gender, calculating average weight/height. //*******************************************************************...
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    I want use plc program toI want Basthaddam 2 TON timers seemed

    i want use plc program to I want Basthaddam 2 TON timers seemed to run the bulb of 6 seconds and not run them at 4 seconds 2 - Run the bulb when the second and sixth run when second at 4 (means contrary to the above)
  5. PainterGuy

    Circuit drawing and simulation program for a beginner

    Hello everyone, :smile: At now I know there are these programs to draw circuits and simulate them: LTspice, CircuitLogix, Multisim. I am beginner to these circuits and don't know much how to use such technical programs. So which program will you recommend me to use? I want it to have...
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    Comp Sci Java se program for color having trouble

    1.Write a Java program that does the following: a. Creates a Ball class with attributes for color, hardness, and size and instantiates the following Ball objects: golf, baseball, soccer. b. Creates a display method which can print the current state of the attributes for all objects. c...
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    Has anyone heard from DOE's SULI summer program?

    Hello, I applied to work at LBNL or ORNL on fusion energy research this summer and haven't heard anything...have you, from any lab?? Thanks.
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    Mathematica Mathematica Farey Sequence program

    Here is an overview of Farey sequences; http://mathworld.wolfram.com/FareySequence.html" I need to write a program in Mathematica 8, FareySequence[n_], that takes a positive integer n and returns, as a list, the nth Farey sequence. So far I have, Module[{denleft, denright, f, i, j, k...
  9. nukeman

    Python Can someone write me a small wxPython program - Simple calculation

    Hey guys, I started toying around with Python and wxpython with the help from people here. I'm moving along the tutorials, but I am working on an astronomy project that will require the program I wanted to make impossible, in terms of how long it would take me to learn to proper code...
  10. PainterGuy

    Machine language program is the fastest?

    hello everyone,:wink: i read somewhere that machine language program is the fastest when compared to assembly language and high-level languages program. i don't get it. i think you can say machine language program is already in 'exe' form. but once assembly language program and high-level...
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    :Matlab program with these equations

    urgent:Matlab program with these equations Question:For an oblique shock in air, write a computer program to calculate and plot β , M2 ,p2/p1,p02/p01 versus M1 for various θ . Show the Mach wave and normal shock wave limits and the line of maximum deflection angle on the plot. I've written...
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    LaTeX Latex: writing the input/output of program in a report

    I'm working on a report that describes the input and output from Mathematica. Is there any standard way for me to represent them? I done this openoffice already but I want to put my paper into latex. What I currently have in Openoffice format was like this: Input: [1] ________ [2] ________...
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    Does anyone know what program do professors use for creating PDFs?

    Like online pdfs, what do professors use? They look really compatible with LaTeX too
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    Getting into a Top Engineering Program easier with work experience

    Hi all I was wondering if Top programs are more accomedating to those with some work experience before applying. I want to try for the top ie MIT, UCs, Stanford etc... but I definately would like to work for a bit before conintuing on to grad studies. Is it less competitive for these...
  15. marcus

    Causes of loss of interest in String program

    Tom's thread "Why I'm REALLY disappointed..." continues to get increasingly thought-provoking and informative. I summarized some recent discussion here: https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?p=3219363#post3219363 I had some reaction to recent posts by Suprised and Tom that I will put in...
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    Trying to Decide on Which Physics Program

    I have come to the semester where I have to make a choice. My school has two physics programs; an applied program and what's called a pre-professional program. The latter is designed for people who want to pursue a PhD. I've made up mind on the graduate school part, but I am waffling on which...
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    Program for Supernova Data Fitting

    Are there any programs which could be used to fit the Supernova data to constrain the cosmological models's parameter? thx
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    What Should You Do If a Graduate Program Isn't Responding to Your Emails?

    I am a senior deciding between graduate schools right now. I have heard back from all programs but one (I know this program has sent out both acceptances and rejections). I have sent this program two emails, one two weeks ago and another last week, but I have yet to hear a response. I was...
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    Schools Grad School Applications and Choosing the Right Program: Help Needed!

    I'm pretty sure there was a grad school FAQ sticky, but I can't find it (am I just blind?). Search didn't bring it up. I've heard a lot of different things about grad school applications. Grades are everything, all that matters is if you've done research; being published is a huge boost...
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    MATLAB MathCAD/MatLab program for non-linear spring-mass-damper system

    Homework Statement The cutting force developed during a particular machining operation is shown in figure (a). Model the system as a SDF with equivalent mass of the cutting head = 25 kg. The damping is linear viscous (ξ = 0.1), and the equivalent spring is nonlinear “hardening” spring of...
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    Computer Science: Assembly Language Program

    Write an assembly language program that uses ten memory locations (variables) filled with 0, starting at Address 30, and that stores the values 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, and 22 in them. Your program will store 2 at Address 30, 4 at address 31, 6 at address 32, etc. Your program must...
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    In need of a good graphing program

    Long story short, I've been looking for a program that can produce graphs like mathematica and manipulate 3D objects like google sketchup. Also, I'm going to work these pictures into LaTeX. I'm not sure if a program like this exists (unless maybe mathematica itself can do it). I have basic...
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    Finding Maximum Peaks in a Program Plot

    Hi there. I am having some problems trying to find maximum peaks in my program. I plotted out my time vs. current graph. I need to find the maximum peaks. So i started off by setting a threshold of 0.05. After finding values which has a threshold of above 0.05, i plotted them...
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    Approximating sin13 with Taylor Series using TI84 (n=150)

    Homework Statement approximate sin13 by using the Taylor series using the TI84. Add for n=150 Homework Equations the infinite sums for sinx is ((-1)^n)(x^(2n+1)/(2n+1)!) The Attempt at a Solution I'm new to programming so i don't have any idea on where to start. I was...
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    Schools North Carolina State University's Physics Program

    Hello, This is my first time using this forum (I have read on it before but never posted). I am most likely to be going to NC State and I was wondering if anyone knew how good their physics program is and in what areas they focus on. I would like to major in physics with a minor in...
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    Another GPA, GRE and getting into a (physics) graduate program thread

    I made the mistake of actually graduating. I had a low GPA at the time but was planning to go overseas anyways and didn't realize just how much such a low GPA would affect me. I now have a BS in Physics with a GPA of 2.9 in a no-name state university. What are my options? My goal hasn't...
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    Programs Chances of getting into a PhD program?

    I am a double major (Chemical Engineering and Applied Math) and I will be graduating next December with a 3.6 GPA. I have had an engineering internship with an aerospace company for the past 2 years. I'm a member of Omega Chi Epsilon, a sorority, and various other professional organizations...
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    Very simple C program ( running total)

    Very simple C program ( running total) [solved] Homework Statement Question is: Given that two int variables, total and amount , have been declared, write a sequence of statements that: initializes total to 0 reads three values into amount , one at a time. After each value is read...
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    Ideas for a physics based c program?

    I want to write a physics based c program but can't decide what to do it on any ideas?
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    Java Program in JAVA which simulates the solar system

    Hi I need to write a program in JAVA which simulates the solar system. I'll be using the Beeman's algorithm seen here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beeman%27s_algorithm" My question is that if I have the vectors for : velocity, acceleration and position how do I decompose them into there x...
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    Programs How much Physics does a math PHD program expect

    I'm on track to finish a fairly strong Math BS in two years (including for example year long grad courses in Real/Complex/Algebra/PDE/DiffGeo/Dynamical Systems). The problem is that I will not have taken any physics beyond the basic freshmen introductory sequence. I will have a decent amount of...
  32. QuarkCharmer

    Where Can I Find a Customizable Text-Based Quiz Program for Studying?

    I'm looking for a text-based quiz program that I can put in questions and take quizzes. I need it to help study a whole slew of definitions for chemistry as well as vocabulary words for a foreign language. When I was in the military I had this program that had a simple XML file for questions...
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    Program Semaphores: Write Monitor Alarm Clock Delay Time Units

    Write a monitor that implements an alarm clock that enables a calling program to delay itself for a specifed number of time units (ticks). You may assume the existence of a real hardware clock that invokes a procedure "tick" in your monitor at regular intervals. the solution is : monitor...
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    Programs Cambridge Part III vs Perimeter Institute master program

    Hello! Suppose that your objective is to do a PhD in an american university, one of the top to be exactly. Imagine you have to opportunity to chose between Cambridge Part III and Perimeter Institute master program. Which master would be the best way to achieve the stated goal? What would be the...
  35. iamjon.smith

    Comp Sci Java Program Input from file, output to file(s)

    Develop an application that reads city, state, and population from a text file. Example input census file: Jamestown FL 50000 Domville CO 10000 Jennyboro FL 30000 Lillyville CO 5000 If the population of the city is greater than or equal to 50,000, write the city information to a text...
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    I am working with devcpp, and have written a c program

    I am working with devcpp, and have written a c program. After I had compiled it and make it to run, I got these symbols at some places (i.e for some values of input) . I want to know what are they and what do they represent. symbols: -1.#IND00000000 -1.#QNAN0
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    Schools Boston University's LEAP program for engineering

    So I've seen a good amount of posts on here about this program but wanted to know if anyone knows specifics about admission requirements from experience or friends. I've had trouble finding anything related to that on their website or other forums. I come from a small state school, double...
  38. S

    Program that simulates magnets and how they interact

    Hi guys. I got a unique (non-homework) assignment. I'm trying to model the manner in which magnets interact with each other and the forces that they exert on each other when near one another. I would LOVE to do this in an application without investing the time and effort into a full-blown...
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    Schools Is a Co-op undergrad program more beneficial for grad school?

    If you aren't sure what a co-op program is, it's a program where you go to a university to take classes and to work for a company while you complete your undergraduate work. I am thinking of going to Kettering University which, (according to their website) is one of the more premier...
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    Name Generator for Physics Program

    New here, I am going to graduate with my B.S. in physics in May. I am generating a free for use program like maple to be housed online. All I need is an interesting name for it.
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    What Program to choose to transfer credits to aerospace engineering?

    I am planning on going to a University in Ontario to take a program in aerospace engineering but I may not get in, so I want to prepare for that. What program should I take in Vancouver so that I can transfer all of the credits into an aerospace engineering program a year or two down the road? I...
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    Comp Sci Help with C++ perfect number program

    Ok I've been having a lot of trouble with this program, I am also very new to C++. The program requires to have 4 functions 1 main, 1 svr, 2 void functions any kind of loop (for loop preferred) in the main function so that a user can enter any number of positive integers in the main function...
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    Frontline program on right now about coroners

    Pretty shocking. Who knew there was such a gaping hole in our legal system that can have immense consequences. South Caroline *just* enacted policy that makes it a requirement for someone to have at least a high school diploma if they want to be a coroner.
  44. Demon117

    C/C++ Trying to write a program that converts integers to roman numerals in C++

    Here is the code that I have come up with. What could be implimented to make it compile and run? It runs, but all that comes up is the request for the integer between 1 and 3999, after I enter the number the program simply ends. CODE: #include <iostream> using namespace std; string...
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    VHDL Program to Represent 2 Digits on 7-Segment Displays

    Homework Statement i need help for a VHDL program that uses 8 inputs to represent 2 digits from 00 to 99 on the 7-segment displays. LED1 and LED2 will light up when the values are “20” and “40” respectively. digit1(LSB),digit2(MSB) Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution...
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    C/C++ What is so special about running a c++ program through commnd line?

    I.e., what is beneficial about main(int argc,char *argv[])? I see a lot of seemingly good programmers write the main like this, but what does it do that int main() cannot do?
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    What drawing program do you use?

    Vendor wants drawing in ***.dwg. I have AutoSketch 9 which doesn't save line widths when saving to ***.dwg. Purchased TurboCAD 17 which is too complicated for what is being done. AutoCAD Light is too expensive. What drawing program do you use for simple 2D drawings?
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    Write program in MATLAB to determine age of person

    1. Construct a program that will ask the user the current date and his/her birthday and display the number of days they have been alive. You can ignore leap years.The Attempt at a Solution I have little experience in MATLAB or programming in general, but a little help to get me started would be...
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    Programs Will these courses will be good enough preparation for a pure math PhD program?

    I'm currently a freshman and these are all the math courses I plan on taking in 4 years. Undergrad: - Calc II (taken), Calc III, Linear Algebra I, Linear Algebra II, Real Analysis I, Real Analysis II, Ordinary Differential Equations, Intro to Abstract Algebra, Complex Variables, Survey of...
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    What are the Best Universities in the US for Physics Exchange Programs?

    hi everybody, I´m a physics international student and i m planing to spent a year in a exchange program in the US. Most of the universities i have the possibility to go to are not very famous (at least i don't know very much about them ), so i would appreciate some help choosing the best ones...
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