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AI Builder

Lets users and developers add AI capabilities to the workflows and Power Apps they create and use. AI Builder is a turnkey solution that allows you to easily add intelligence to your workflows and apps and predict outcomes to help improve business performance without writing code.

Algorithm

A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem or accomplishing some end (Merriam-Webster)

Abend

A quick way to say, “abnormal end.” An abend is when a process ends unexpectedly or abnormally. It usually means a software crash when a program suddenly quits. 

Activation Key

An activation key combines letters or numbers to activate or register a software program. An example of an activation key is the code that comes when you purchase a commercial software program. This code prevents software piracy from other users that didn’t buy the

Add-on

An add-on is an extension provided to a software program that adds additional features to an application. These can amplify program functions, provide extra capabilities, or add new features to the program’s interface.

Alpha Software

When talking about Alpha software, programmers refer to computer software in the early testing phases. Though it can be used, it is still unrefined and needs other features that will be included in the definitive version of the application. Alpha software precedes the “beta phase,” another testing stage closer to the final product. 

Android

Android is Google’s mobile operating system and is used in many smartphone and tablet devices. Sony Xperia, Google Nexus One, and Samsung Galaxy are examples of devices that use Android

Antivirus

An antivirus is a software service used to scan and remove viruses from computers. Various antivirus software exists, but their main objective is to protect computers from viruses and eliminate them.  

App

App is a shortened version of the word “application,” meaning a software program. However, this term is usually reserved for software programs made for smartphones and tablets.