Computer Science 2.1.2

Computer Science 2.1.2

1. Keywords

   • Subroutine - A set of program instructions performing a specific task, but which is not a complete program. It must be incorporated into a program to be used.
   • Parameter - Information about a data item being supplied to a function or procedures when it is called.
   • Preconditions - Specifying preconditions ensures that the user knows what checks, if any, must be performed before calling the subroutine.
   • DLL - A Dynamic Link Library is a collection of small programs, any of which can be called on when needed by a larger program.
   • Caching - Temporary storage of program instructions that have been used and may be needed again.