Definitions of subroutine
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a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
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synonyms:
function, procedure, routine, subprogram
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types:
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cataloged procedure
a set of control statements that have been placed in a library and can be retrieved by name
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contingency procedure
an alternative to the normal procedure; triggered if an unusual but anticipated situation arises
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library routine
a debugged routine that is maintained in a program library
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random number generator
a routine designed to yield a random number
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recursive routine
a routine that can call itself
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reusable routine
a routine that can be loaded once and executed repeatedly
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executive routine, supervisory routine
a routine that coordinates the operation of subroutines
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tracing routine
a routine that provides a chronological record of the execution of a computer program
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service routine, utility routine
a routine that can be used as needed
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dump routine
a routine that writes from an internal store to some external medium
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input routine
a routine that writes from an external source to an internal store
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output routine
a routine that controls an output device
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type of:
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computer software, package, software, software package, software program, software system
(computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory
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