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• KML — Keyhole Markup Language
• OSS — Open Source Software
• ELM — Externally Loaded Media
• PQZ — ProQuizzer
• PRD — Probe Racing Development
• PRC — Project Reviewer Compressed
• LAN — Local Area Network
• BAPI — Business Application Programming Interface (SAP)
• K'ED — Cracked
• PYQ — Python Yahoo Quote
• PQR — Pineapple Quilt And Robin
• PQV — Pocket QuickView
• PPV — Panteltje Picture Viewer
• PPOL — Paraplanning Online Suitability Report
• POSIX — Portable Operating System Interface based on UNIX
• POOP — Pure Object Oriented Programming
• PPP — Perl Pre Processor
• POE — Peter's Operating Environment
• POL — Possesion Only Licence
• POOL — Persistent Object Oriented Layer
• RI8 — Real Imager 8
• DBDD — Data Base Design Definition
• PMDA — Project Management Decisional Assistant
• XENIX — Xenos Unix
• G4P — GUI for Processing
• MDC — Manipulation Detection Code
• MSTSC — Microsoft Terminal Services Client
• SA/SD — Structured Analysis/Structured Design
• KCO — Knowledge Content Object
• PMTS — Project Management Tool Set
• C-PAK — Configurable Pipeline for the Analysis of Connectomes
• SYN — Synchronous
• PIKSA — Personal Information Kiosk System Architecture
• EMAR — Electronic Medication Administration Record
• PMT — Page Management Table
• PMW — Python MegaWidgets
• PGC — Parametric Graphical Configuration
• PKZIP — File compression software designed by Phil Katz (PK).
• PIT — Pre-Integration Testing
• PKP 3.0 — PatientKeeper Personal 3.0
• PMI — Positive Materials Identification
• OEM — Original Equipment Manufacturer (usually in reference to car parts)
• PLUM — Peace Love And Understanding Machine
• ATAM — Architecture Tradeoff Analysis Method
• PL/1 — Programming Language/one
• PI — Programming Interface
• PKM — Personal Knowledge Management tool
• Q 4 — Quake 4
• PMC — Process Manager Client
• PL/I — Programming Language/one

• PH — Patch for HP
• PHW — VRMS Purchase History Warehouse
• PKQ — Pallet Maker, Quick
• OASCB — Orbiter Avionics Software Control Board
• PHS — Private Handsfree Software
• PKP — PatientKeeper Personal
• PIV — Product Instance Version
• PLIRI — Persistent Location Independent Resource Identifier
• PLSE — Programming Languages and Software Engineering
• PIO — Past Inputs and Outputs
• PILOT — Product Investigation Learning And Optimization Tool
• PGL — Pico Gui Launcher
• PIQ — Parka Interface for Queries
• HAIPE — High Assurance Internet Protocol Encryptor
• IRC — Internet Relay Chat
• PDF — Portable Document Format (created by Adobe Acrobat)
• A-BUG — AdSonar - Bulk Upload Gateway
• LAAAM — Lightweight Architecture Alternative Assessment Method
• HAXM — Hardware Accelerated Execution Manager
• BABOON — Baboon Allows Baboon Objects Over Networks
• QJN — Quaternion Julia Navigator
• JAVE — Java ASCII Versatile Editor
• RASMUS — Remote Accessible Software configurable Multi-channel Ultrasound Sampling
• QEMU — Quick EMUlator
• O-MASE — Organization-based Multi-agent System Engineering
• CFT — Cross File Transfer
• T-TTM — Telesens Traffic Trade Manager
• GAIQ — Google Analytics Individual Qualification
• CRAN — Comprehensive R Archive Network
• CSNW — Client Service for NetWare
• JAVACC — Java Compiler Compiler
• EDI — Electronic Data Interchange
• RANFV — Cray family of Vectorized random number routines
• QECIS — QEC Internet Services
• HATEOAS — Hypermedia As the Engine of Application State
• PACAY — Point and Click with Activation (with YouTube)
• QFEU — Quick Fix Engineering Update
• CCB — Change Control Board
• BANAL — BANAL's Absolutely Not A Ledger
• EAESC — Enterprise Architecture Executive Steering Committee
• T-CPM — Telesens Content Partner Management
• QV&V — Qualification, Validation, and Verification
• EAPMO — Enterprise Architecture Program Management Office
• ATM — Asynchronous Transfer Mode
• MDL — Microsoft Data Link
• API — Application Programming Interface
• SDF — Software Development File
• ELIZA — primitive AI program (1966) after Eliza Doolittle of Pygmalion
• GAWCE — GOBI AutoWeb Custom Edition
• QFDS — Quigo Fraud Detection Server

• FURPS — Functionality, Usability, Reliability, Performance, and Supportability
• GLOO — Graphics Library d'Object Oriented
• SMART — Simple Modular Architecture Research Tool
• GIS — Geographic Information System
• WML — Wireless Markup Language
• MUWA — MultiTerm Web Access
• SAAS — Software as a Service
• ABI — Application Binary Interface
• HTTP — Hypertext Transfer Protocol
• EIS — Executive Information System
• MIS — Management Information System (OSHA)
• DBDL — DataBase Design Language
• CGI — Common Gateway Interface
• CAE — Computer-Aided Engineering
• MFCC — Mel Frequency Cepstral Coefficients
• SAN — Storage Area Network
• IPL — Initial Program Load
• DSDM — Dynamic Software Development Method
• PRPS — Programming Requirements Process Specification
• RAM — random-access memory
• FORTRAN — FORmula TRANslation (a computer language)
• DSS — Decision Support System
• MBR — Master Boot Record
• ASP — Active Server Page
• PGP — Pretty Good Privacy (encryption)
• AES — Advanced Encryption Standard
• CBT — Computer Based Training
• SQA — Software Quality Assurance
• MS DOS — MicroSoft Disk Operating System
• SDD — Software Design Document
• CSCI — Computer Software Configuration Item
• DML — Data Manipulation Language
• GPRS — General Packet Radio Service
• OCR — Optical Character Recognition
• BI — Business Intelligence
• ATC — Air traffic control
• SOS — Standard Operating System
• BSD — Berkeley Software Distribution
• SAS — Statistical Analysis System
• RFO — Reason For Outage
• MCMS — Microsoft Content Management Server
• ENIAC — Electronic Numerical Integrator And Computer
• HUMS — Health and usage monitoring systems
• ALSA — Advanced Linux Sound Architecture
• PNP — Plug aNd Play
• EBCDIC — Extended Binary Coded Decimal Interchange Code (pronounced Eb-see-dik) (cf. BCD)
• IE — Internet Explorer
• AAC — Advanced Audio Coding
• SDS — Software Design Specification
• CSC — Computer Software Component

• DOI — Digital Object Identifier
• CMS — Content Management System
• DSA — Digital Signature Algorithm
• DDL — Data Definition Language
• 1TBS — One True Brace Style
• RPG — Report Program Generator
• CMM — Capability Maturity Model
• ASP — Application Service Provider
• DDE — Dynamic Data Exchange (in software parlance)
• IME — Input Method Editor
• ITU — International Telecommunication Union
• RTF — Rich Text Format
• LKGC — Last Known Good Configuration
• OMG — Object Management Group
• SQL — Structured Query Language
• APP — Application
• CADD — COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN & DRAFTING
• CLI — Command line Interface (Cabletron)
• STR — Software Test Report
• SAIC — Science Applications International Corporation
• DDP — Declaration of Design and Performance
• MTTF — Mean Time To Failure
• AFMEA — Advanced Failure Modes and Effects Analysis
• ISBN — International Standard Book Number (ISO 2108)
• STD — Software Test Description
• EBPS — Enterprise Business Portal Solution
• DOS — Disk Operating System
• SPMP — Software Project Management Plan
• CHAP — Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol (ATM)
• COA — Certificate Of Authenticity
• DCOM — Distributed Component Object Model
• MATLAB — Matrix Laboratory
• CBOS — Cisco Broadband Operating System
• MOM — Message Oriented Middleware
• RTE — Rich Text Editor
• FOA — First Office Application
• ADM — Accenture Delivery Method
• EEPROM — Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory
• FAD — Function Allocation Diagram
• RPC — Remote Procedure Call
• CASE — computer-automated software engineering
• SEQ — Sequence
• CIM — Common Information Model
• RHS — Right Hand Side
• KBS — Knowledge-Based System
• FCA — Functional Configuration Audit
• MRE — Mean Relative Error
• BAC — Business Availability Center
• TCL/TK — Tool Command Language/Tool Kit
• AV — Anti-Virus

• ADO — ActiveX Data Objects (Microsoft)
• ALICE — Artificial Linguistic Internet Computer Entity
• CI/CD — Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery
• SOA — Service-Oriented Architecture
• MICR — Magnetic Ink Character Recognition
• RISC — Reduced Instruction Set Computer
• SL — Second Life
• AE — Application Entity
• CRLF — Carriage Return Line Feed
• SEO — Search Engine Optimizer
• DNLD — Download
• APIC — Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller
• KEDB — Known Error Database
• IPU — Imposition Processing Unit
• AP — Application Protocol
• ITO — Information Technology Outsourcing
• DBMS — Data Base Management System
• B — Byte
• BCD — Binary-Coded Decimal
• STP — Software Test Plan
• SPC — Stored Program Control
• SCR — Software Change Request
• SSL — Secure Socket Layer
• SGML — Standard Generalized Markup Language
• ECP — Engineering Change Proposals
• OSQA — Open Source Question and Answer System
• JSON — JavaScript Object Notation
• HURD — Hird Of Unix-Replacing Daemons (cf. Hird)
• KM — Knowledge Management
• FRUPS — Functionality, Usability, Reliability, Performance, and Supportability
• SDC — Software DeveloPment COmPuter
• CVS — Concurrent Versions System
• PERL — Practical Extraction and Report Language
• SASCB — Shuttle Avionics Software Control Board
• ALGOL — Algorithmic Language
• GRE — Generic Routing Encapsulation
• TP — Third Party
• FEM — Fotografia En Movimiento
• RCS — Revision Control System
• HTTPS — HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure
• CMMI — Capability Maturity Model Integrated
• APR — Apache Portable Runtime
• CDMA — Code Division Multiple Access (voice/data transmission)
• STDF — Standard Test Data Format
• SDD — Software Design Description
• RACF — Resource Access Control Facility
• TAO — Testability Analysis and Optimization
• DCE — Distributed Computing Environment
• FAR — False Acceptance Rate
• SVG — Scalable Vector Graphics

• SES — SCSI Enclosure Services
• MCT — Microsoft Certified Trainer
• SPAWAR — The Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR), based in San Diego, is an echelon II organization within the United States Navy and Navy's technical authority and acquisition command for C4ISR (
• DPM — Dos Protected Mode
• GOMS — Goals, Operators, Methods and Selection Rules
• ELMS — EDI LSOG Mechanization Specification
• COCOMO — COnstructive COst MOdel
• FLW — Follow
• APDL — ANSYS Parametric Design Language
• ESLOC — Equivalent Source Lines of Code
• AIXM — Aeronautical Information Exchange Model
• RSA — Rivest-Shamir-Adleman
• AIM — AOL Institutent Messenger
• RAD — Rapid Application Development
• BFS — Backup Flight Software
• SPR — Software Problem Report
• FOPO — Free Online PHP Obfuscator
• SCADA — Supervisory Control And Data Aquisition
• SST — Service Support Tool
• PCA — Physical Configuration Audit
• ALM — Application Lifecycle Management
• SCB — Software Control Board
• FDK — Flight Display Keyboard
• LOC — Lines Of Code
• OOTB — Out Of The Box
• SPC — Software Productivity Consortium
• RAS — Remote Access Service
• FOOL — Fuzzy Organizer Oldenburg
• DTO — Data Transfer Object
• BEM — BMC Event Manager (BMC Software)
• CC — C Compiler
• QAW — Quality Attribute Workshop
• FCAP — Flight Control Applications Program
• ACAP — Advanced Computer Airframe Program
• SP — Service Pack
• NBSP — Non-Breaking Space
• TCL — Tool Command Language
• ECD — Effect Correspondence Diagram
• ECM — Enterprise Content Management
• COOLIO — Common Object Oriented Language For Input And Output
• AIM — Aol Instant Messege
• SSDD — System/Subsystem Design Description
• SOAP — Simple Object Access Protocol
• LDAP — Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (pronounced Ell-dap)
• EAI — Enterprise Application Integration
• OLE — Object Linking and Embedding (Microsoft communication protocol)
• DIB — Directory Information Base
• POJO — Plain Old Java Object
• NBP — NeoBook Professional
• MTS — Microsoft Transaction Server

• BDD — Behavior Driven Development
• LFS — Linux from Scratch
• SPSS® — Statistical Package For Social Sciences [IBM]
• CSC — Computer Software Configuration
• DDD — Detailed Design Document
• MS-PL — Microsoft Permissive License
• SFACI — Software Flight Article Configuration Inspection
• UGS — Univentions Groupware Server
• WAS — Web Application Server
• ADRG — Arc Digitized Raster Graphics
• SRW — Software Requirements Workshop
• GPL — General Public License
• MCSD — Microsoft Certified Solution Developer
• MDA — Model Driven Architecture
• GMT — Generic Mapping Tools
• TB — Terabyte
• MAM — Multimedia Asset Management
• DEV — Development
• ADAMS — Automated Dynamic Analysis of Mechanical Systems
• FCOS — Flight Control Operational Software
• WHATWG — Web Hypertext Application Technology Working Group
• DFCS — Digital Flight Control Software
• MBPS — Megabits per second
• SAIF — Switching Activity Interchange Format
• ERM — Enterprise Relationship Management
• AFS — Andrew File System
• IIS — Internet Information Services
• MAM — Media Asset Management
• GOOSE — Generic Object-Oriented Substation Event
• RTP — Release to Production
• AUT — Application Under Test
• COM — Component Object Model
• IMOS — Internet Based Mobile Office Solution
• SAS — Statistical Analysis Software
• ASR — Automatic Speech Recognition
• PFR — Portable Font Resource
• IPV4 — Internet Protocol Version 4
• PDD — Program Description Document
• MMO — Massively Multiplayer Online (computer Game)
• WML — Website Meta Language
• EFM — Enterprise Feedback Management
• JSF — Java Server Faces
• ABIS — Automated Biometric Identification System
• PBS — Portable Batch System
• CMS — Color Management System
• TDL — Tally Definition Language
• GPIRS — Global Prototype Inventory Requisitioning and Scheduling
• SWAT — Samba Web Administration Tool
• FGOS — Fyfe Group Operating System
• JAP — Java Anon Proxy

• XPCOM — Cross-Platform Component Object Model
• BFSS — Backup Flight Software System
• JVM — Java Virtual Machine
• VNC — Virtual Network Computing
• SIL — Standard Interchange Language
• SDDD — software detailed design document
• KMS — Knowledge Management System
• MPL — Mozilla Public License
• GUID — Globally Unique Identifier
• HDMI — High-Definition Multimedia Interface
• AWS — Amazon Web Services
• SBB — Solution Building Block
• DLC — Downloadable Content
• JIRA — Not an acronym but rather a truncation of "Gojira", the Japanese name for Godzilla.
• FAT — File Allocation Table
• SAM — Software Asset Management
• STP — Software Test Procedure
• PKI — Public Key Infrastructure (cryptography)
• OFSAA — Oracle Financial Services Analytical Applications
• CTRL-C — Break command
• MUD — Multi-User Dungeon (gaming)
• AJAX — Asynchronous Javascript and XML
• TMAPI — Topic Map Application Programming Interface
• MDM — Master Data Management
• OMS — Object Management System
• SVD — Software Version Description
• VM — Virtual Memory
• APT — Advanced Package Tool
• IPSEC — Internet Protocol Security
• BIMS — Business Information Management Suite
• SDK — Software Development Kit (Microsoft)
• LGPL — Lesser General Public License
• MPLS — Multiprotocol Label Switching
• BASS — Backup Avionics System Software
• NMS — Network Management System
• TSO — time Sharing option (of OS/360, IBM)
• TLC — Three Letter Code
• GDC — Genero Desktop Client
• BLAST — Basic Local Alignment Search Tool
• JNI — Java Native Interface
• PSO — Phantasy Star Online
• IAA — Insurance Application Architecture
• SDLC — Software development life cycle
• ADM — Application Development & Maintenance
• MPEG — Motion Picture Experts Group
• OLAP — Online Analytical Processing
• SEPA — Software Engineering Process Architecture
• SCATS — Sydney Coordinated Adaptive Traffic System
• BMIDE — Business Modeler Integrated Development Environment
• GWT — Google Web Toolkit

• ACMS — Automated Configuration Management System
• AET — Advanced Encryption Technology
• SFS — Software Functional Specification
• EPSP — Education Program for Software Professionals
• BSA — Business Software Alliance
• NRE — Non-Resident External
• ISC — Internet Software Consortium
• IOC — Inversion of Control
• PDL — program design language
• KB — Kilobyte: One thousand and twenty-four bytes kbps kilo bit per second
• PPTP — Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol
• RIA — Rich Internet Application
• GTS — GNU Triangulated Surface Library
• ADADL — Ada design and documentation language
• GOOP — Graphical Object-Oriented Programming
• SCMP — Software Configuration Management Plan
• NACK — Negative ACKnowledge
• XHR — XMLHttpRequest
• BASE — Bielefeld Academic Search Engine
• SW — Software (SFTWE Preferred)
• PUK — PIN (Personal Identification Number) Unlocking Key
• DOT — Distributed Object Technology
• ISV — Independent Software Vendor
• RP — Rapid Prototyping
• PFS — Primary Flight Software
• DPU — data processing unit
• DCL — Data Control Language
• OASIS — Orbit Avionics Software Integration Study
• 10GB — Ten Gigabytes
• IPDR — Internet Protocol Detail Record
• RAC — Reliability Analysis Center
• FOS — Fundamental Operating System
• BB4W — BBC BASIC for Windows
• MAN — Manual
• QBASIC — Quick Beginners All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code
• SACS — Software Avionics Command SuPport
• CFG — Control Flow Graph
• SD — Software Development
• RAII — Resource Acquisition Is Initialization
• GDS — Google Desktop Search
• FEAF — Federal Enterprise Architecture Framework
• APLM — Applications Program Library Maintenance
• GPI — General Purpose Input
• BCM — Business Contact Manager
• EPI — External Presentation Interface
• GPFS — General Parallel File System (IBM)
• ADS — Application Development System
• MVC — Model View Controller (Microsoft software design pattern)
• SVR4 — System V Release 4 Unix
• VDI — Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

• IIOP — Internet Inter-ORB Protocol
• OV — Original Version
• FSCI — Functionally Specified, Complex Information
• SRS — Software Requirements Specifications
• ABAP — Advanced Business Application Programming
• LAMP — Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP/Python/Perl
• ORB — Object Request Broker
• AMF — Action Message Format
• OS/360 — IBM 360 operating system (1960s)
• ACAP — Application Configuration Access Protocol
• HEX — Hexadecimal (base 16)
• RC — Release Candidate
• SAMI — Sidky Agile Measurement Index
• CAI — Computer-Aided Instruction
• OFSA — Oracle Financial Services Applications
• RPM — Red Hat Package Manager
• SMM — System Managers Manual
• WCF — Windows Communication Foundation
• NIS — Norton Internet Security
• VAR — Variable
• ADSM — ADSTAR Distributed Storage Manager
• MDI — Multiple Document Interface
• GDSS — Group Decision Support System
• SCD — Sequential Compression Device
• SCCB — Software Change Control Board
• IDL — Interface Definition Language
• IEEE — Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
• COMDEX — Computer Dealers Exposition
• DOD — Day of Defeat
• NAV — Norton Anti-Virus
• DAP — Descent Analysis Program
• SVP — Software Verification Procedure
• DCDAS — Digital Camera Data Acquisition Software
• VMS — Virtual Memory System
• CTOS — Convergent Technologies Operating System
• GFDL — GNU Free Documentation License
• REV — Review
• OTP — Open Telecom Platform
• ANT — Another Neat Tool
• SWT — Standard Widget Toolkit
• ASPI — Advanced SCSI Programming Interface
• NTC — No Template Control
• SC — Source Code
• TOR — The Onion Router
• GDM — Gnome Display Manager
• NLP — Natural Language Processing
• CDE — Common Desktop Environment
• LDP — Linux Documentation Project
• CIM — Compaq Insight Manager
• LSB — LINUX Standard Base

• APL — applications program library
• ADB — Apple Desktop Bus
• SUM — Software User's Manual
• MAML — Microsoft Assistance Markup Language
• HIH — High Impact Halo
• SFT — System Fault Tolerance
• AAC — Advanced Audio Compression
• CAP — Computer Application Program
• ACK — Amsterdam Compiler Kit
• MCE — Media Center Edition
• ARM — Application Response Measurement
• OPSYS — Operating System
• EMF — Eclipse Modeling Framework
• MWM — Motif Window Manager
• RMI — Remote Method Invocation
• IPV6 — Internet Protocol Version 6
• PIF — Program Information File
• FEFO — First-Expired-First-Out
• 3GPP — Third Generation Partnership Project
• EULA — End User License Agreement (usually in reference to software)
• NPR — Non-Photorealistic Rendering
• REV — Revision
• NPF — Norton Personal Firewall
• DHTML — Dynamic HyperText Markup Language
• BIS — Business Information System
• VBA — Visual BASIC for Applications
• SIPIAN — Simulated Pipe Organ
• CAPTCHA — Completely Automatic Public Turing Test to Tell Computers and Humans Apart
• SI/FS — system integration and flight software
• RTOS — Real-Time Operating System
• RUP — Rational Unified Process
• SPA — Software Product Assurance
• OSDL — Open Source Development Lab
• FDD — Feature-Driven Development
• TCM — Trellis-Coded Modulation
• GOFF — Generalized Object File Format
• WPF — Windows Presentation Foundation
• TDC — Tabular Data Control
• CMM — Color Management Module
• CIM — Customer Information Management
• SSI — Single System Image
• JDK — Java Development Kit
• LPI — Linux Professional Institute
• PDO — Php Data Objects
• LOT — List of Tables
• QR — Quick Response
• PPM — Perl Package Manager
• LISP — List Processing Language
• SVP — Software Verification Plan
• JAP — Java Anonymous Proxy

• SDP — Software Development Plan
• PPPOE — Point-to-Point Protocol Over Ethernet
• PASS — Primary Avionics Software System
• CRIS — Caravan Registration and Identification Scheme
• RCP — Rich Client Platform
• CPIC — Computer Program Integration Contract
• SWEBOK — Software Engineering Body of Knowledge
• SRD — Software Requirements Document
• AIX — Advanced Interactive Executive (IBM)
• ESR — (Firefox) Extended Support Release
• SISO — Single Input, Single Output
• GEQ — Good Enough Quality
• VRML — Virtual Reality Modeling Language
• SFTP — Secure File Transfer Protocol
• LABVIEW — Laboratory Virtual Instrumentation Engineering Workbench
• SOM — System Object Model
• RSI — Rapid Sequence Induction
• DAO — Data Access Object
• HDO — High Density Overlay
• IDF — Inverse Document Frequency
• NFCIP-1 — Near Field Communication Interface and Protocol-1
• OPML — Outline Processor Markup Language
• MIDI — Musical Instrument Digital Interface
• SRN — Software Release Notice
• ESB — Enterprise Service Bus
• ACS — Action Code Script
• MCDST — Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician
• JIM — Job Information Manager
• ARIS — Architecture of Integrated Information Systems
• NAN — Not A Number (computing)
• FGOL — Future Games of London
• APL — Ada Programming Language
• LILO — Linux Loader
• IOCR — Intelligent Optical Character Recognition
• DDK — Device Development Kit
• LLDD — Low-Level Design Document
• ASL — ACPI Source Language
• JFC — Java Foundation Class
• PSP — Programmable Signal Processor (an/awg-9 Update)
• BASIC — Beginners Allpurpose Symbolic Instruction Code
• ACCDB — Microsoft's Access Database
• TL — Top Level
• JMF — Java Media Framework
• RTFSS — real-time flight safety software
• RAC — Real Application Cluster
• SDM — Software Development Manager
• ISCCB — Internal Software Change Control Board
• BCH — Bose, Chaudhuri, Hocquengum
• SDD — Software Description Document
• XSD — XML Schema Definition

• IPLS — Initial Program Load Start
• ADF — Application Development Framework
• GCV — Generalized Cross Validation
• ITDS — IBM Tivoli Directory Server
• HPFS — High Performance File System
• SSD — Spacecraft Software Divisionsion
• PMW — Project Manager Workbench
• SLOC — Source Lines Of Code
• JDBC — Java Database Connectivity
• FAT16 — File Allocation Table, 16-bit
• BDD — Binary Decision Diagram
• SDF — Software Development Facility
• MS-DOS — Microsoft Disk Operating System
• IPVX — Internet Protocol version X
• DRI — Declarative Referential Integrity
• FDTD — Finite Difference Time Domain
• DISA — Data Interchange Standards Association
• MUD — Multi-User Dimension
• LINFO — The Linux Information Project
• GTLD — Generic Top-Level Domain
• FOSE — Federal Office Systems Exposition
• CCA — Citrix Certified Administrator
• DTS — Data Transformation Services
• MAB — Mozilla Amazon Browser
• CIRC — Cross-Interleaved Reed-Solomon Code
• CDD — Component Design Document
• SVN — Subversion
• BMP — Bean-Managed Persistence
• KEA — Key Exchange Algorithm
• OOP — Of an Object Oriented Programming
• MDA — Media Development Authority
• EAS — Exchange Active Sync
• SPIN — Software Process Improvement Network
• APAR — Authorized Program Analysis Report (IBM)
• DSRM — Directory Services Restore Mode
• 2000 — version 5.0 of Microsoft Windows
• BI — Buffered Image
• OSF — Open Software Foundation
• ADDS — Active Directory Domain Services
• MULTICS — Multiplexed Information and Computing System
• APC — Alternative PHP Cache
• AIDC — Association for Automatic Identification and Data Capture Technologies
• QVS — Quick Verification System
• SPM — Software Programmer's Manual
• DAF — Deploy And Forget
• SPSS — Statistical Package for the Social Sciences
• OMT — Object-modeling technique
• GM — Game Maker
• SEL — Software Engineering Laboratory
• ACSE — Association Control Service Element

• TLS — Top Level Specification
• DLMS — Device Language Message Specification
• AMI — Amazon Machine Image
• CLRSCR — Clearing the screen
• AWT — Abstract Windowing Toolkit
• REMSH — REMote SHell
• AEP — Architecture Evolution Plan
• IEEE-CS — Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Computer Society
• BTN — Button
• SDI — Single Document Interface
• TEAF — Treasury Enterprise Architecture Framework
• SIA — Software Impact Assessment
• IEEE-SA — Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers - Standards Association
• DMO — DirectX Media Object
• ASA — Adaptive Server Anywhere
• IEMT — IIS Easy Migration Tool
• SPA — Software Process Assessment
• ASV — Advanced Super View
• PDG — Program Dependence Graph
• ADFS — Active Directory Federation Services
• IMAP — Internet Mail Access Protocol
• OWL — Object Windows Library
• SMP — Software Management Plan
• SSO — Single Sign-On Once
• SPS — Software Product Specification
• CHAT — Confidentially Helping All Teens
• APA — Abort Programmer Assembly
• MSAS — Mambo Stand Alone Server
• IT-GRC — Information Technology - Governance Risk Management and Compliance
• CHL — Certified Hardware List
• EFUN — Extraneous Function Call
• JUGHEAD — Jonzy's Universal Gopher Hierarchy Excavation and Display
• APK — Android Application Package File
• ALAC — Apple Lossless Audio Codec
• STM — Synchronous Transport Module
• ADAP — Automated Data Analysis Program
• PYPI — Python Package Index
• TDA — Transition Data Analysis
• AD — Application Development
• CDH — Cloudera’s Distribution Including Apache Hadoop
• LBA — Little Big Adventure
• ESRD — Engineering Software Research and Development, Inc.
• BDD — Business Desktop Deployment
• ADR — Australian Design Rules
• CDRS — Conceptual Design Rendering Software
• RTCS — Real-Time Computer System
• HTP — Hypertext Transfer Protocol
• O — Output
• SSR — Software Specification Review
• CEVA — Content-Enabled Vertical Application

• RMC — Rational Method Composer
• AOCE — Apple Open Collaboration Environment
• MINGW — Minimalist GNU for Windows
• TOD — Time of Day (Have Quick)
• OOMD — Object Oriented Modeling and Design
• BSF — Bean Scripting Framework
• WGA — Windows Genuine Advantage
• AMIP — Advanced MIRC Integration Plugin
• APPS — Applications (software)
• KDE — K Desktop Environment
• RAT — Robust Audio Tool
• CLR — Common Language Runtime
• CIGOS — Canadian Interest Group on Open Systems
• SP — Stored Procedure
• ANN — Artificial Neural Network
• LSMW — Legacy System Migration Workbench
• HLBL — High-Level Behavior-based programming Laanguage
• WCM — Web Content Management
• BDC — Batch Data Communication
• EFI — Extensible Firmware Interface
• SSM — System Software Manager
• LVT — LPAR Validation Tool
• SAO — Software Association of Oregon
• CRUD — Create, Read, Update, Delete
• PFF — Pupa Font Format
• CLDC — Connected Limited Device Configuration
• BDI — Battelle Developmental Inventory
• SDL — Simple DirectMedia Layer
• LIB — Object Code Library
• SSDD — software system design document
• HTML — Hyper-Text Markup Language
• ALSSW — ALS software
• ADMT — Active Directory Migration Tool
• SIMD — Single Instruction, Multiple Data (system) (processor)
• EMACS — Editor MACroS
• CSRS — Common Structural Rules Software
• IWRS — Interactive Web Response System
• XPFE — Cross Platform Front End
• HLDD — High-Level Design Document
• FS — FreeSpace
• DLTK — Dynamic Languages Toolkit
• PDAS — Public Domain Aeronautical Software
• WAF — Web Application Firewall
• OVM — Open Verification Methodology
• GDR — General Distribution Release (Microsoft Term For A Software Service Release; Between Hotfix And Service Pack)
• CCNA — Cisco Certified Network Administrator
• LRC — Longitudinal Redundancy Check
• ABEL — Advanced Boolean Expression Language
• LWJGL — Lightweight Java Game Library
• PMSL — Performance Metrics Specification Language

• MES — Manufacturing Execution System
• LEO — Lyons Electronic Office
• SAP ECC — Enterprise Control Component
• SSP — Standard Switch Panel
• DPMI — DOS Protected Mode Interface
• HPF — High Performance FORTRAN
• CSTA — Crew Software Training Aid
• FHMM — Factorial Hidden Markov Model
• DAEMON — Disk And Execution Monitor
• JFE — Jens File Editor
• ARAD — Architected Rapid Application Development
• OSRBD — operational software reliability benchmark development
• SPF — Software Production Facility
• MDSD — Model Driven Software Development
• BADI — Business Add-in's (SAP)
• IPX/SPX — Internet work packet exchange/sequenced packet exchange
• BLD — Build
• RTPG — report target port groups
• SPM — Software Project Management
• J2EE — Java 2 Enterprise Edition
• QPS — Quark Publishing System
• DP&SS — Data Processing And Software Subsystem
• LFA — Logical Framework Analysis
• IPF — Information Presentation Facility
• TDD — Test Driven Development
• RSA — Rational Software Architect
• OTX — Object Tool eXtended
• JCP — Java Community Process
• SDRB — Software Design Review Board
• ODE — Open Dynamics Engine
• RTR — Response Time Reporter
• SFR — Split Frame Rendering
• SGA — System Global Area
• ATK — Attack Tool Kit
• BASS — Basic Astronomical Spectroscopy Software
• PDS — Plant Design System
• TMAP — Test Management Approach
• MMC — Microsoft Management Console (Microsoft)
• COPP — Certified Output Protection Protocol
• RIS — Remote Installation Service
• OSR — OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) Service Release
• LOGML — Log Markup Language
• IPMI — Intelligent Platform Management Interface
• CAI — Computer Aided Instructional
• CRI — Cryptography Research Inc.
• DDC — Desktop Delivery Controller
• RTL — Register Transfer Language
• CICD — Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment
• SDL — Software Development Library
• 2GL — Second Generation Language (Assembly Language)

• 3GL — Third Generation Language
• SFC — Sequential Function Chart
• PUM — Potentially Unwanted Modification
• FTL — Flash Translation Layer
• CGLIB — Code Generation Library
• RAP — Rich Ajax Platform
• BAL — Basic Assembly Language (Cf. ALC)
• BDE — Borland Database Engine
• 1GL — First Generation Language (Machine Language)
• TCP/IP — Transmission Control Protocol/ Internet Protocol
• ISSA — Integrated Software Safety Analysis
• ALV — ABAP List Viewer (now called SAP List Viewer)
• PCL — Programming Checklist
• CGR — Catia Graphical Representation
• EIM — Electronic Information Management (Mountain View, CA)
• FPC — Free Pascal Compiler
• JCR — Java Content Repository
• PUW — Pop-Up Window
• ISPON — Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria
• QXH — Flowrate by Height
• TAO — The ACE ORB
• AC — Aerodynamic Code
• STKU — Smart Table-top Kit Upgrade
• STKZ — StreamTokenizer
• NVT — Network Vulnerability Tool
• STML — Spoken Text Markup Language
• CUSP — Comic Update Script for PHP
• SDR — Software Design Review
• CBAS — Computrols Building Automation Software
• PHP — Personal Home Page (original name for PHP scripting language)
• SDE — Software Development Environment
• JMX — Java Management Extensions
• RFE — Request For Enhancement
• NRP — Network Resource Planning
• OSSI — Open Source Software Institute
• CSRP — Computer & Software Review Panel
• RSL — Robot Scripting Language
• TED — Torrent Episode Downloader
• POSS — Point of Sale Software
• NDMP — Network Data Management Protocol
• MOP — Meta Object Protocol
• NAREGI — National Research Grid Initiative
• APTT — Analysis Prediction Template Toolkit
• SWF — Shock Wave Flash
• JNA — Java Native Access
• OTKSL — One Time Key Subsidy Lock
• IDIOT — INTEGRATED DIGITAL Input Output Toolkit
• CRPG — Computer Role-Playing Game
• DSI — Delivered Source Instructions
• AMAAS — Asset Management as a Service

• J2SE — Java 2 platform, Standard Edition
• DMU — Digital Mock-Up
• SIM — Systems Insight Manager
• RTK — Real-Time Kernel
• ACES — Acona Cost Estimation Software
• DECSS — Decrypt Content Scrambling System
• HDI — Hitachi Debugging Interface
• ALSP — Aggregate Level Simulation Protocol
• ETM — Enter the Matrix
• CCP — Clips Constraints Programming
• CCFF — Common Compiler Feedback Format
• UIMA — Unstructured Information Management Architecture
• OSI — Open Source Initiative
• SEI — Science and Engineering Indicators
• VLK — Volume License Key
• SDL — Software Development Laboratory
• UDF — User Defined Format
• RGC — Retro-Gaming Connexion
• DCD — Document Content Description
• SAW — Software Audio Workshop
• IDFA — Identifier for Advertising (iOS)
• SOSCOE — System-Of-Systems Common Operating Environment
• TNF — Trace Normal Form
• SQE — Software Quality Evaluation
• RHEL — Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• GRUB — Grand Unified Boot-Loader
• AOPR — Advanced Office Password Recovery
• BIP — Binary Integer Programming
• NSU — Nokia Software Updater
• EES — Engineering Equation Solver
• DKMS — Dynamic Kernel Module Support
• PGA — programmable gain amplifier
• COSM — Composite Object Sound Modeling
• CPSS — Critical Phase System Software
• KOS — Knowledge Organization System
• CPP — Customer Preview Program
• RUC — Rapid Update Cycle
• EE — Empire Earth
• ACU — Array Configuration Utility
• VPO — Volume Purchase Option
• SSCR — Support Software Change Request
• MGB — Microsoft Global Briefing
• MDD — Model-Driven Development
• PCASE — Pavement-Transportation Computer Assisted Structural Engineering
• CDA — Content Delivery Application
• POE — Perl Object Environment
• JDM — Java Data Mining
• SSE — Streaming SIMD Extensions
• DBMS — Data Base Management Software
• CREASE — Catalog of Resources for Education in Ada and Software Engineering

• TAM — Tivoli Access Manager
• SSRS — SQL Server Reporting Services (Microsoft SQL Server 2005)
• BMR — Bare Metal Restore
• JDE — Java Development Environment
• ETL — Extract, Transform, Load
• ISSL — IBM Software Services for Lotus
• HASP — Houston Automatic Spooling Program
• SINIX — Siemens Unix
• NN — Netscape Navigator
• ECB — Emacs Code Browser
• LPE — Lightweight Programmers Editor
• SWPDR — software preliminary design review
• DGD — Dworkin's Generic Driver
• CPPS — Computer Program Product Specification
• ASR — Automatic System Recovery
• CPCEI — Computer Program Contract End Item
• DRB — Distributed Ruby
• JMS — Java Messaging Services
• ISDP — Information Systems Designated Procurement
• SEN — Software Engineering Notes
• MII — Media Independent Interface
• SWIG — Simplified Wrapper and Interface Generator
• MTJ — Mobile Tools for Java
• MSH — Most Significant Half
• DLE — Dynamic Link Editor
• ADS — Applied Digital Solutions, Inc
• CADP — Construction and Analysis of Distributed Processes
• CAL — Client Access License
• SDCL — Software Development Center-Lee
• SOP — Service of Process
• SRM — System Reference Manual
• CMP — Container-Managed Persistence
• FMIS — Facility Management Information System
• AM — Application Manager
• RTM — Requirements Traceability and Management Tool
• DAE — Digidesign Audio Engine
• DP&S — data processing and software
• MUS — mission-unique software
• QTP — Quick Test Professional
• CSIR — Computer Software Integration Review
• HTTPD — Hypertext Transfer Protocol Daemon (Server)
• NIM — Network Installation Manager
• WBT — Web-Based Training
• CISM — Certified Information Security Manager
• BCP — Bulk Copy Program
• SCDR — Software Critical Design Review
• EGS-PMDA — Project Management Decisional Assistant for Enhanced Geothermal Systems
• FUJABA — From UML to Java and Back Again
• KHTML — Konqueror Hyper Text Markup Language
• SA — Software Architecture

• CASL — Compact Application Solution Language
• ASFP — askSam File Pointer
• CSTIT — Computer Speech, Text and Internet Technology
• JPG — Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG)
• DWARF — Debug with Arbitrary Record Format
• BTT — Branch Transformation Toolkit
• CIS — Composite Information Server
• ACF — Application Configuration File
• HCM — Host Connectivity Manager (Linux)
• CTT — Concur Task Tree
• JSR — Java Specification Request
• FFD — Free Form Deformation
• SSML — Speech Synthesis Markup Language
• EOU — Ease of Use
• NIO — New Input/Output
• ALM — AppWare Loadable Module
• SCAMPI — Standard CMMI Appraisal Method for Process Improvement
• ABCU — Address Book Conversion Utility
• PEAS — Periodic Error Analyzing Software
• SIS — Software Implementation Specification
• ORCAD — Oregon CAD
• STC — Standard Test Conditions
• QOI — Quality of Information
• CMA — Content Management Application
• SVCP — Software Verification Cases and Procedures
• MCTS — Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist
• RRAS — Routing and Remote Access Service
• SCMO — Software Configuration Management Office
• SAPI — Speech Application Programming Interface
• HL7 — Health Level Seven (formatting and protocol standard)
• OOD — Object-Oriented Design
• NDEF — NFC Data Exchange Format
• SAX — Simple API for XML
• SBS — Small Business Server
• UTF — UCS Transformation Format
• DCPA — Data Capture and Processing Application
• SLEE — Service Logic Execution Environment
• ADL — Algorithm Description Language
• QDQ — Quake done Quick
• REBOOT — Reuse Based Object-Oriented Technology
• ODN — OCAP Digital Navigator
• JCSC — Journal of Circuits Systems and Computers
• QIP — Quality Improvement Program
• JSGF — Java Speech API Grammar Format
• ARIA — ActivMedia Robotics Interface for Applications
• SSPD — ShoeString's Picture Dicer
• LNC — Leszynski Naming Convention
• MYSQL — open source database software
• NUSMV — New Symbolic Model Verifier
• SWEE — software engineering environment

• JAAS — Java Authentication and Authorization Service
• ASS — Architecture Specification Support
• TLR — Top Level Requirement
• AVG — Antivirus Grisoft
• OSSD — Open Source Software Development
• AIGLX — Accelerated Indirect GLX
• DID — Digital Image Decoder
• RFCP — Request For Computer Program
• ANDF — Architectural Neutral Distribution Format
• ADT — Access Developer's Toolkit
• DMIS — Dimensional Measuring Interface Standard
• CPRM — Content Protection for Recordable Media
• S/N — Signal-to-Noise ratio
• RFH — Request for Help
• RRBC — Release-to- Release Binary Compatibility
• DPPS — Dicom Paper Print Solution
• L2K — Link2000
• OJS — Open Journal Systems (open-source software for the management of peer-reviewed academic journals)
• MZ — Mark Zbikowski
• AOP — Aspect-Oriented Programming
• CCK — Client Customization Kit
• CPC — Computer Program Component
• PLE — Personal Learning Edition
• SPMN — Software Program Managers Network
• AC — Application Context
• MCP — Master Computer Program
• DVM — Digital Video Manager
• ADDL — Artifact Design Description Language
• QVT — Quality Verification Testing
• OTRS — Open-source Ticket Request System
• AML — Architecture Modification Language
• ISE — Integrated Software Environment
• ARAP — AppleTalk Remote Access Protocol
• COIM — checkout interpreter module
• SMS — System Management Server
• ACID — Atomic Consistent Isolated And Durable
• J# — 'J-sharp' a programming language like JAVA
• GRL — Goal-oriented Requirement Language
• BLAS — Basic Linear Algebra Subprograms
• AFR — Alternate Frame Rendering
• LKP — Linux Kernel Personality
• PDA — Push-Down Automata
• IDES — International Demonstration and Education System
• CR — Code Release
• ACGI — Asynchronous Common Gateway Interface
• ALPACA — A Language for Programming Arbitrary Cellular Automata
• SAS — Software-as-Service
• TRAX — Transformation API for XML
• TTS — Transaction Tracking System
• SLES — SuSE Linux Enterprise Server

• PBIC — Programmable Buffer Interface Card
• SRAND — seed random number generator
• ATRAC — Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding
• MCPC — MineCraft PatCher
• NEPOMUK — Networked Environment for Personalized, Ontology-Based Management of Unified Knowledge
• MRAID — Mobile Rich Media Ad Interface Definitions
• CSR — Certificate Signing Request
• CLAIRE — Cyber Linguistic Artificial Intelligence Research Engine
• EOP — End of Procedure
• ASRS — Advocate Statistical Reporting Software
• HHF — Hla Header File
• SSAD — Software System Analysis Document
• CSTP — Certified Software Test Professional
• EXIF — Exchangeable Image File
• MRU — Minimum Revisable Unit
• CPT — Computer Program Tapes
• OPSM — Oracle Pedigree and Serialization Manager
• PDSS — Post-Deployment Software Support
• PIN — Project Identification Number
• KDS — Kennedy-Developed Software
• MLX — Mathematica Link for Excel
• MDMA — Meter Data Management Agent
• FBML — Facebook Markup Language
• FACC — Feature and Attribute Coding Catalogue
• LPPL — LaTeX Project Public License
• O2I — Object-Oriented Interface
• CPDDS — Computer Program Detail Design Specification
• MAE — Macintosh Application Environment
• EIP — Enterprise Information Portal
• DMSP — Digital Media Services Platform
• SPDR — Software Preliminary Design Review
• LCS — Linux Compatibility Standard
• SLA — Software License Agreement
• RS-422 — Recommended Standard 422 (ANSI/EIA standard for transmitting serial data)
• APL — A Pattern Language
• SDM — Sun Download Manager
• ESRBI — Entertainment Software Rating Board Interactive
• BRM — Business Rule Management
• BPN — Back Propagation Neural Network
• ADVOR — Advanced Onion Router
• GRASP — General Responsibility Assignment Software Patterns
• KDLOC — 1000 Developed Lines Of Code
• ETAPS — European Joint Conferences on Theory and Practice of Software
• DIM — Data Interface Module
• STIL — Software Test and Integration Laboratory
• AFSS — AuthenTec Fingerprint Security System
• OCM — Oracle Certified Master
• KBSA — Knowledge-Based Software Assistant
• BBT — Boot-Based Tool
• OCA — Oracle Certifiate Associate

• DDK — Driver Development Kit
• SUPER — Simplified Universal Player Encoder & Renderer
• TC — Total Commander
• LSMR — Laboratory for Software Modification Research
• BLLB — Buffered Learning Leaky Bucket
• OPPM — One-Page Project Manager
• SF — Source Forge
• JMRP — Junk E-Mail Reporting Program
• LINUX — Linus Torvald's UNIX
• KPDL — Kyocera Page Description Language
• EIS — Enterprise Information System
• PDS — Partitioned Data Set
• PRG — Program
• AGT — Adventure Game Toolkit
• DFSR — Distributed File System Replication
• SIRR — Software Integration Readiness Review
• ASPI — Advanced SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) Programming Interface
• MTD — Memory Test Driver
• LSL — Linden Scripting Language
• SIW — System Information for Windows
• PBIM — Programmable Buffer Interface Module
• AAT — Application Assembly Tool
• MSA — Message Submission Agent
• RSH — Remote Shell
• PGI — Progiciel de Gestion Intégrée
• SSPM — Software Standards & Procedures Manual
• PC&PM — program control and performance management
• MVBA — Microstation Visual Basic Application
• DFAS — Distributed Finding Aids Server
• SIT — System Integration Testing
• ICDL — Integrated Circuit Design Language
• DTM — Document Table Model
• ADDT — Automatic Data Distribution Tool
• SDIF — Software Development And Integration Facility
• KVM — Keyboard, Video, Mouse switch
• DIX — Digital Intel Xerox
• APPC — Advanced Program-to-Program Communication
• OSSO — Open Source Software Operations
• FRESS — File Retrieval and Editing System
• FQB — FlexibleSoft Quick Backup
• SAR — Segmentation and Reassembly (ATM)
• SCZ — Survival Crisis Z
• CWDS — Combat Weapon Delivery Software
• WMS — Web Management System
• ENM — Emergency Notification Message
• IBM DOS — IBM's Personal Computer Disc Operating System
• ARAS — A Radio Automation System
• CUDA — Compute Unified Device Architecture
• OCP — Oracle Certified Professional
• ASAP — Automatic Service Activation Program

• DVWA — Damn Vulnerable Web Application
• MF — Mozilla Firefox
• QPU — Quake Pack Utility
• SMK — Software Migration Kit
• JME — Java Micro Edition
• LMNOP — Low operational-expenditure, Mdependence on third-party software, No vendor lock-in and Protected
• CATI — computer-assisted telephone interview instrument
• FCE — Functional Capacity Examination
• ACE — Application Connection Extension
• SDE — Software Design Engineer
• ODE — Orchestration Director Engine
• JDR — Java Developer's Resource
• SIPB — Student Information Processing Board
• ISCM — Initial Software Configuration Map
• DII-COE — Defense Information Infrastructure-Common Operating Environment
• BAK — Betrayal At Krondor
• EDE — Embedded Development Environment
• LLCSC — low-level computer software component
• DMS — Document Management Systeme
• SPC — Stored Program Command
• STC — Software Technology Center
• MASH — Microsoft Agent Scripting Helper
• CANCER — Computer Analysis of Nonlinear Circuits, Excluding Radiation
• PCRE — Perl-compatible regular expressions
• CCL — Core Component Library
• SVT — Software Verification Testing
• PAI — Process After Input
• STR — Suspend to RAM
• DPES — Dynamic Pipeline Estimating Software
• FOP — Formatting Object Processor
• SPA — single page application
• EII — Enterprise Information Integration
• JME — Java Monkey Engine
• EUU — End User Update
• CWM — Closed World Machine
• TOMS — Transactions On Mathematical Software
• JEP — Java Math Expression Parser
• SE — Software Engineering
• MSIE — Microsoft Internet Explorer
• NETBEUI — NETBIOS Extended User Interface
• MCAD — Microsoft Certified Application Developer
• SFML — Simple and Fast Multimedia Library
• 3DA — Three-Dimensional Array
• TISR — Timer Interrupt Service Routine
• KP — Kernel Panic
• EWG — Eiffel Wrapper Generator
• SPS — Software Productivity Solution
• SCTM — Silk Central Test Manager
• JNDI — Java Naming and Directory Interface
• FPOS — Free Pascal Operating System

• SPM — Software Performance Monitor
• ANTLR — Another Tool for Language Recognition
• PMF — Policy Management Framework
• AMI — Application Management Interface
• RS-232 — Recommended Standard 232 (EIA standard for transmitting serial data)
• AUR — Arch User Repository
• NCM — Network Connection Manager
• A/UX — Apple Unix
• DCT — Data Collect Tool
• STN — Software Trouble Note
• SVIC INDIA — Scholastic Versatile Integration Center from INDIA
• DWF — Drawing Web Format (files)
• OPM — Object-Process Methodology
• MNM — Multi-Network Manager
• HDFS — Hadoop Distributed File System
• BVA — Boundary Value Analysis
• AILP — Abductive Inductive Logic Programming
• FBSM — Feature Based Solid Modeling
• AOT — Ahead-of-Time
• IPTIS — Integrated Public Transport Information System
• SPICE — Software Process Improvement and Capability Evaluation
• SPCR — Software Problem Change Request
• KMFL — Keyboard Mapping for Linux
• ASDL — Abstract Syntax Description Language
• VFD — Verified Free Distribution
• MCPD — Microsoft Certified Professional Developer
• JOODA — Java Object Oriented Design and Analysis
• NAL — Novell Application Launcher
• RKS — Record Keeping System
• HWG — Harmonization Working Group
• BOCC — Big Oxford Computer Company
• AM — Agile Modeling
• SMO — Sequential Minimal Optimization
• JIL — Job Information Language
• STLDD — Software Top-Level Design Document
• SAC — Simple API for CSS
• PICO — Program In, Chip Out
• CPCI — Computer Program Configuration Item
• POV — Persistence Of Vision
• VAT — Video-Audio Tool
• GIGA — Billion (10^9 or 2^30)
• WDM — Win32 Driver Model (Microsoft)
• CPEI — Computer Program End Item
• QOM — Quick Ontology Mapping
• IOCC — International Obfuscated C Code Contest
• DCAM — Dynamic Content Assembly Manager
• ISDX — Interactive Surface Design Extension
• SRR — Software Requirements Review
• SOP — Subsystem Operating Program
• EMERALD — Electronic Management Research Library Database

• ADAM — Aleph Digital Asset Module
• CLIM — Common Lisp Interface Manager
• DMI — Desktop Management Interface (computing)
• C# — C-sharp programming language
• MCF — Meta Content Framework
• AWG — Architecture Working Group
• UFD — User File Directory
• OSIS — Open Source Information System
• INBASE — INternet and DataBASEs
• DDE — Direct Data Entry
• AOS — Aeon of Strife
• PPFA — Page Printer Formatting Aid
• LSM — Linux Software Map
• DPS — data processing and software
• ITCM — IBM Tivoli Configuration Manager
• QRC — Quick Reference Card
• KPP — Kernel Patch Protection
• SWS — Software System
• SMI — System Monitoring Interface
• EAI — External Authoring Interface
• MDR — Multifactor Dimensionality Reduction
• CPCSS — CPC Software Solutions
• TLB — True Launch Bar
• JONAS — Java Open Application Server
• ADAM — Active Directory Application Model
• SWG — Software Working Group
• SAINT — Security Administrator's Integrated Network Tool
• SNPP — Simple Network Paging Protocol
• SCSL — Scientific Computing Software Library
• ATL — Active Template Library
• AMS — Advertising Management System
• NSM — Network Security Manager
• BFS — Breadth First Search
• MCV — Message Center Viewer
• CDE — Collaborative Development Environment
• CHESS — Consortium for Higher Education Software Services
• ICB — Invalid Character Bug
• JGL — Java Generic Library
• TCM — Toolkit for Conceptual Modeling
• FC5 — Fedora Core 5
• MOF — Microsoft Operations Framework
• GKS — Graphical Kernel System
• NGINX — engine-x
• DITA — Darwin Information Typing Architecture
• SLF4J — Simple Logging Facade for Java
• UDT — User Defined Type
• GBS — GROUP Business Software
• GZ — Gnu Zip
• TE — Table Editor
• DRAW — Durability and Reliability Analysis Workspace

• 3S — Sun Smart Solutions
• KPU — Key Process Utilities
• DBD — Database Driver
• MIX — Metadata for Images in XML
• ATIS — Airport Terminal Information Service
• ABLE — Agent Building and Learning Environment
• COL — Caldera Open Linux
• REX — Remote Events for XML
• CPPA — Collaboration Protocol Profile and Agreement
• FCT — Fast Cycle Time
• SWRR — Software Readiness Review
• JSPF — Java Simple Plugin Framework
• IPLC — Initial Program Load Complete
• ITSG — Interactive Test Sequence Generator
• DPS — Digital Personal Studio
• RTAI — Real-Time Application Interface
• CSDL — Collaborative Software Development Laboratory
• LOP — Live Online Portal
• IPDS — Intelligent Printer Data Stream
• ADSA — Advanced Database Systems and Applications
• SCM — Software Configuration Manager
• XMI — XML Metadata Interchange
• OSAS — Open Systems Accounting Software
• XRX — XForms, REST, XQuery
• IPPS — Internet Programming and Promotion Service
• ADR — Advanced Digital Recording
• IPO — Input, Processing, and Output
• CTFL — Certified Tester - Foundation Level
• LAU — Lynx Analysis Unit
• DOBS — Dynamic Object Browsing System
• RTC — Real-Time Computing
• PSST — Photonics Simulation Software For Teaching
• TSW — Test Software
• CAA — Component Application Architecture
• SDH — Software Development Handbook
• EIS — External Interface Specification
• PASTISS — Professional Analysis Software Tool for Inflatable Space Structures
• ANTI — Android Network Toolkit
• OMW — Object Management Workbench (IntelliCorp)
• NSRL — National Software Reference Library
• ASSET — Asset Source for Software Engineering Technology
• LART — Linux Advanced Radio Terminal
• FBA — Faceless Background Application
• QSA — Qt Script for Applications
• BPL — Borland Package Library
• BSI — Broadcast Software International
• ADL — Audio Decision List
• ASIS — Application Software Installation Server
• GORE — Goal- Oriented Requirements Engineering
• CPCR — Computer Program Change Request

• DPSS — Data Processing Software System
• RTE — Real-Time Enterprise
• DTO — Data Transport Object
• DIG — Domain Information Groper
• SQE — Software Quality Environment
• NETBIOS — Network Basic Input-Output System
• ! — logical NOT, negation (programming)
• FQL — Functional Query Language
• SVRR — Software Verification Readiness Review
• METS — Metadata Encoding and Transmission Standard
• SMS — Software Modification Sheet
• FSM — Firmware Support Manual
• KWF — Kerio WinRoute Firewall
• VIP — Versatile Internet Platform
• CND — Caldera Network Desktop
• HMVC — Hierarchical model–view–controller
• CCDM — Control of Communicable Diseases Manual
• QFR — Quite Flight Rules
• SDBC — Software Development Baseline Control
• QAV — Qubux Anti-Virus
• BSIA — Beijing Software Industry Association
• MPFS — Multi-Path File System
• NIE — Newton Internet Enabler
• CP/M — Control Program for Microcomputers
• STAF — Software Testing Automation Framework
• CATIA — Computer Aided Three-dimensional Interactive Application
• NSBD — Not So Bad Distribution
• FI — Filterability Index
• JCE — Java Cryptography Extension
• QR CODE — Quick Response code, a.k.a. matrix code, 2D barcode, 2-D bar code image, graphical tag, jag tag, black and white square
• SSL — System Software Loader
• FRED — Fred Resembles EMACS Deliberately
• AAIS — Assignment Activation And Inventory Services
• ELI — Emacs Lisp Interface
• JTA — Java Transaction API
• AFPS — Automated Folder Processing System
• SSES — Software System Environment System
• GAFE — Google Apps for Education
• SPT — System Planning Tool
• APF — Authorized Program Facility
• DDAM — Dynamic Design-Analysis Method
• SWAG — Sourceware Archive Group
• BLEU — Bilingual Evaluation Understudy
• NLM — Network Lock Manager
• DFF — Dynamic File Format
• HVS — High Voltage Software
• GSPOT — Graphics System Processor Operating Tool
• ACE — Assured Computing Environment (VMware)
• FLI — Foreign Language Interface
• ASP — Association of Software Professionals

• CGMS-A — Copy Generation Management System—Analog
• ABU — Analog Back Up
• EPOC — Electronic Piece of Cheese
• CRMS — Change Request Management System
• FNS — Frogans Network System
• ROR — Ruby on Rails
• OFFO — Objects For Formatting Objects
• PAW — Physics Analysis Workstation
• JFE — Java Front End
• SRE — Software Risk Evaluation
• SVTP — Software Verification Test Procedures
• GA — Genetic Algorithm
• APDL — Axiomatic Product Development Lifecycle
• API — Asset Priority Index
• STL — Standard Triangulation Language
• MCR — Monitor Console Routine
• AM — Automated Mathematician
• SDRF — Software Defined Radio Forum
• ABIOS — Advanced Basic Input/Output System (for IBM PS/2)
• AFL — Academic Free License
• FEAR — Flexible Embodied Animat Rchitecture
• RWT — Right When Tested
• SIP — Software Input Panel
• ACE — Adobe Color Engine
• RTM — Remember the Milk
• JBN — Jack B. Nymble
• AVS — Advanced Visual Systems
• CSSL — Concurrent Software Systems Laboratory
• SIFT — Scale Invariant Feature Transform
• AISC — Artificial Intelligence and Symbolic Computation
• SEMA — Software Engineering Measurement and Analysis
• FV — Full Version
• TTS — text-to-speech speech
• MATHML — Mathematics Markup Language
• OCL — Object Constraint Language
• ALSI — Association of the Lebanese Software Industry
• SCCM — System Center Configuration Manager
• SIV — System Information Viewer
• EQ — Estimation-Quantization (type of coder)
• ESS — Emacs Speaks Statistics
• QCA — Quality Control Analysis
• RTM — Release To Manufacturing
• ADC — Advanced Data Control
• JOT — Java Oriented Test
• ADDT — Advance Data Driven Technique
• SCD — Slowly Changing Dimension
• 95 — version 4.0 of Microsoft Windows
• JSNI — JavaScript Native Interface
• AST — Advanced Software Technology
• LWUIT — Lightweight User Interface Toolkit

• DIESEL — Direct Interpretively Evaluated String Expression Language
• BPS — Basic Programming Support
• ICR — Image-Character Recognition
• EAPI — Electronic Application Programming Interface
• OE — Outlook Express
• SPI — Software Patent Institute
• BAM — business activity monitoring
• BPT — Business Process Testing
• DRV — Driver
• CLISP — Common Lisp
• ERU — Emergency Recovery Unit
• MQL — Microsoft Query Language
• AES — Asynchronous Event Scheduler
• SSS — System Segment Specification
• DSO — Decision Support Objects
• FIO — Future Input Output
• FICS — Free Internet Chess Server
• TRML — Temporized Reader Markup Language
• RSCS — Remote Spooling and Communication Subsystem
• MAMP — Mac Apache MySQL PHP
• CAPA — Consolidated Application For Pharmacy Administration
• BOO — Business Office Online
• OFA — Oracle Financial Analyzer
• JMI — Java Metadata Interface
• SEPO — Software Engineering Process Office
• RFP — Remote Field Programming
• ITS — Integrated Tertiary Software
• DBDF — Database Display Function
• QDP — Quick Delivery Program
• LWST — Lowest
• JET — Joint Engine Technology
• KSL — Knowledge Specification Language
• TBU — Tape Backup Unit
• PUK — Pop Up Killer
• ISST — Institutetute for Software and Systems Engineering
• DLD — Dynamically Loaded Driver
• ADAS — ARPS Data Analysis System
• SFDC — Shop Floor Data Collection
• MSS — Multisystem Software
• RDM — Real Data Management
• APC — Asynchronous Pool Cleaning
• WAC — WebFeat Administrative Console
• DMI — Direct Material Input
• AFPN — Adaptive Fuzzy Petri Net
• MSG — Management Steering Group
• SRCB — Software Requirements Change Board
• FDL — FERIA Description Language
• UAM — User Authentification Module
• GLU — Graphics Language Utility
• IACS — Integrated Administration and Control System

• AACTS — Arthur Andersen Corporate Tax Software
• EGI — Embedded Gateway Interface
• SDR — Software Design Requirements
• ACL — Appletalk Class Library
• SH — Shell
• RTWT — Real-Time Windows Target
• JAGUAR — Java Access to Generic Underlying Architectural Resources
• MSXML — Microsoft Extensible Markup Language
• PBBG — Persistent Browser-Based Game
• OBSE — Ontology-Based Software Engineering
• 3PP — Third Party Publishing
• SAAJ — SOAP with Attachments API for Java
• STD — Security Tools Distribution
• FAT32 — File Allocation Table, 32-bit
• DPAAS — Development Platform as a Service
• NSIS — Nullsoft Scriptable Install System
• ROS — Robot Operating System
• CRED — Controlled Rapid Evolutionary Delivery
• UPF — Universityrsal Patch Format
• SOPE — Skyrix Object Publishing Environment
• BFK — Best Free Keylogger
• KSM — Kofax Source Manager
• STSC — Software Technology Support Center
• DAPP — Digitally Abled Producers Program
• OLTC — Online Authorisation and Transaction Capture
• NASL — Nessus Attack Scripting Language
• DNN — DotNetNuke
• PNC — Prestige Network Commander (Zyxel)
• BPOS — Business Productivity Online Standard Suite
• IOCA — Image Object Content Architecture
• COSA — Complementary Objects for Software Applications
• MQM — Message Queue Manager
• DSSA — Domain-Specific Software Architecture
• OOO — Object Oriented Ogonkify
• MDC — Mozilla Developer Center
• BEAST — Bioinspired Evolutionary Agent Simulation Toolkit
• SIS — Software Integrated Schedule
• AOSP — Android Open Source Project
• DTC — Distributed Transaction Coordinator
• PBU — Page Buffer Unit
• RBO — RedBox Organizer
• ATFG — Automatic Test File Generator
• LXB — LINUX X/Motif interactive GUI Builder
• ONV — OpenNet View
• NWS — Non-Working Software
• CBSE — Component Based Software Engineering
• WSOA — Web Services Oriented Architecture
• SAS — Software Approval Sheet
• FCM — Firmware Configuration Management
• SWAT — SoftWare Analytics and Triage

• MRK — Major Resource Kit
• NEIC — National Enforcement Investigations Center
• ESAP — Educational Software Acquisition Programs
• SWATH — Special Weapons and Automagic Tradewars Helper
• 98 — version 4.1 of Microsoft Windows
• CSED — Computer and Software Engineering Division
• SDN — SAP Developer Network
• ITRCM — Information Technology Risk and Compliance Management
• SCUMM — Script Creation Utility for Maniac Mansion
• BEV — Bell Express Vu
• PSSH — parallel-ssh
• DSCE — Dark Slayer Confusion Engine
• KERMIT — a file transfer program/protocol
• APEX — Application Express
• ADS — ARM Developer Suite
• TEXTMD — Technical Metadata for Text
• SRA — Software Requirements Analysis
• ADO.NET — ActiveX Data Object
• CCEE — Clear Clear Enter Enter
• SRCBD — Software Requirements Change Board Directive
• IRLP — Internet Radio Linking Project
• TON — Type Of Number
• RICE — Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, and Extensions
• DPKG — Debian PacKaGe
• SEM — SEmantic Memory
• STLC — Software Testing Life Cycle
• PFC — Personal Filing Cabinet
• OLP — Open License Program
• BELUG — Bellevue Linux Users Group
• EHSD — Existing Hardware/Software Database
• SWCDR — software critical design review
• FBD — Functional Block Diagram
• PEMS — Pharmacy Education Management System
• CMSMS — Content Management System Made Simple
• KPM — KDE Process Manager
• DMP — Declarative Meta-Programming
• CDSL — Context Dependent Symbolic Link
• AGI — Analytical Graphics, Inc.
• QOL — Quality On-Line
• MLP — Microsoft License Pack
• CPDP — Computer Program Development Program
• ISIS — Institutetute of Software Technology and Interactive Systems
• FLOF — Full Level One Feature
• MAPM — My Arbitrary Precision Math
• ADAM — Algorithm Development and Mining
• AROW — Action Research on the Web
• JWS — Java Web Server
• BIO — Block Input Output
• SSL — System Specification Language
• ENABLE — Enhanced North American Benchmark LExicon

• ADCU — Advanced Data Communications Utility
• WDK — Web Development Kit
• ESCM — Enterprise Software Configuration Management
• 5GL — Fifth-Generation Language
• OTT — Object To Test
• ORDI — Ontology Representation and Data Integration
• AVG — Anti-Viral Guard
• CDDL — Common Development and Distribution License
• KPL — Kids Programming Language
• FSBM — Full-Search Block-Matching
• PST — Product Support Tool
• SET — Software Engineering Technology
• SWWG — SoftWare Working Group
• FSSE — Fire Support Software Engineering
• OER — Oracle Enterprise Repository
• AMS — Advanced Mathematics Software
• APE — Animal Project Editor
• DAD — Distributed Application Development
• KPS — Knowledge Productization Services
• CSLG — Campuswide Software License Grant
• ADS — Active Directory Service
• ADT — Array Display Tool
• SVIC — Scholastic Versatile Integration Center
• BHAO — BlueZone Host Automation Object
• ICASE — Integrated Computer-Aided Software Engineering
• KBC — Knowledge-Based Configuration
• SMA — Software Management Association
• ANAM — Another New Article Manager
• LMI — Local Method Invocation
• SQAM — Software Quality Assurance Manual
• ASDL — Abstract Scenery Description Language
• ALR — Adrift Language Resource
• IODG — Input/Output Dependence Graph
• CBA — Core Bitmap Animation
• CBVIR — Content-Based Visual Information Retrieval
• KPPD — Key Process Parameter Description
• LMO — Liga Manager Online
• EPEL — Extra Packages for Enterprise Linux
• JIJ — Java In Java
• KPPI — Key Process Parameter Indicator
• JSMS — Java Short Messages Sender
• OS — Operating Software
• ACGM — Adaptive Color Gamut Mapping
• SES — Software Evaluation Subpanel
• ARBONET — Software for Arboviral Surveillance and Case Management
• BDS — Borland Developer Studio
• BLL — Business Logic Layer
• SWHA — Software Hazard Analysis
• ACMS — Active Content Management System
• RQL — Requirements List

• SWCI — software configuration inspection
• LOF — List Of Figures
• CTE — Controlled Testing Environment
• DBDR — Database Design Review
• NEO — Nelson Email Organizer
• SMSC — Software Moding, Sequencing and Control
• HASL — High Assurance Software Laboratory
• ASA — Active Server Application
• TDPS — Topio Data Protection Suite
• SSEDF — Software Support Environment Development Facility
• RADOP — Radiator Optimization Computer Code
• BHO — Browser Help Object
• STD*MIS — Sexually Transmitted Diseases Management Information System–software for STD surveillance and case management
• HFA — Hot Fix Accumulator
• ADL — Adventure Definition Language
• ASSET — Aligned Segment Statistical Evaluation Tool
• DMO — Distributed Management Objects
• OCSM — Oracle Client Software Manager
• ART — Another Ray Tracer
• CST — Crew Software Trainer
• SSRN — System Software Reference Number
• CSP — Character Shape Player
• JAR — Java Archive
• NDP — .NET Developer Platform
• DCPM — Data Center Predictive Modeling
• ACS — Always Changing Something
• MCD — Mini Client Driver
• MHTML — MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) HyperText Markup Language
• AOT — Application Object Template
• QXI — Queue eXecutive Interface
• ASE — ASCII Scene Export
• ALBA — Alternating Linear Bounded Automaton
• PPH — Problems Per Hundred
• CVA — Cross-Validation Accuracy
• SEE — Software Engineering Exercise
• LIRC — Linux Infrared Remote Control
• FFA — Flexible Format Architecture
• ARTR — Almost Ready To Run
• JBCL — Java Beans Component Library
• SPEM — Software Process Engineering Metamodel
• SOMM — Software Operations and Maintenance Manual
• SAL — Scientific Applications on Linux
• EMUG — European MAP User Group
• PCB — Program Control Block
• ACVC — Ada Compiler Validation Capability
• DH — Data Handling
• HAT — HOORA (Hierarchical Object-Oriented Requirements Analysis) Analysis Tool
• SCI — Software Customer Inspection
• MSR — Mining Software Repositories (IEEE conference)
• SEU — Subjective Expected Utility

• SSIS — SQL Server Integration Services
• APID — Application Identification
• QSG — Quick Start Guide
• SUL — Software Utilization List
• PKB — Personal Knowledge Base
• PUA — Potentially Unwanted Application (antivirus software)
• PCC — Portable C Compiler
• SSE — software support environment
• JLS — Java Language Specification
• AMIS — Adaptive Multimedia Information System
• BFD — Bulk File Distribution
• ARRT — Advanced Risk Reduction Tool
• MAF — Managed Add-in Framework
• EDA — Event-Driven Architecture
• ARTYM — Advanced Real-Time Yield Management
• ABMN — Agent-based Model and Notation
• OAW — Office Activation Wizard
• VRM — Visitor Relationship Management
• COFI — Callista Open Finance Interface
• GOD — Generic Object Distributor
• BC — Backward Compatibility
• JAI — Java Advanced Imaging
• GXT — Ext GWT
• BSEC — Boeing Simplified English Checker
• SDN — Software Development Note
• SBCA — Satellite Broadcasting and Communications Association
• FASE — International Conference on Fundamental Approaches to Software Engineering
• CRC — Class, Responsibility, Collaborators
• SST — Secure Shell Toolkit
• SPC — starting-point code
• ACS — Assert Collaborative Site
• LNMP — Linux, Nginx, MySQL, PHP
• MVR — MetaViewer Remote Client
• CPM — Computer Program Module
• CMFC — Committee to Fight Microsoft Corporation
• DDQ — Data Driven Query
• JINI — Jini Is Not Initials
• WALL — Wireless Abstraction Library
• ADP — Auto Delivery Program
• TCC — Tiny C Compiler
• RSAT — Remote Server Administration Tools
• CCS — Common Command Set
• NBUP — NetBackup
• CLIC — Canadian Linux Interests Coalition
• CEC — Channel Editorial Center
• HR — Horizontal Rule
• AFCP — Avesta Flow Control Protocol
• ANT — Another Neat Tool (Apache)
• MWIP — Mean What I Play
• SE — Standard Edition

• LBX — Low Bandwidth X
• EPARS — Enterprise Planning and Review System
• NOC — Notice Of Change
• USI — Update Software Identity
• DMAPS — Data Management and Analysis for Process Systems
• ACT — Application Control Table
• ODF — Output Data Formatter
• OPENDAP — Open-Source Project for a Network Data Access Protocol
• DDA — Data Driven Application
• NX UG — UniGraphics NeXt generation
• EDIF — Electronic Data Interchange Format
• ICAT — Integrated Configuration Assistant Tool
• EMIT — Enhanced Management Information Tool
• SYRS — System Requirements Specification
• POST — Positive Operating System Test
• PANAM — Parametric Aircraft Noise Analysis Module
• DCP — Dynamic Content Processor
• DVS — Descriptive Video Service
• MACH — Microsoft Academy for College Hires Program
• RDT — Report Definition Table
• ADP — Avery Design Pro
• SRV — Software Requirements Verification
• KIV — Karlsruhe Interactive Verifier
• KST — Korg Style Toolkit
• TLO — Technology Licensing Organization
• ASPI — Advanced Systems Power Interface
• CBIR — Content-Based Image Retrieval
• CGT — Code Generation Templates
• SS — System Software
• ACRD — Advanced Concept Restoration Device
• BASP — Bonn Archaeological Software Package
• AWAPI — Awareness API (Google)
• RBS — Remote Backup Software
• IPP — Intellectual Property Protection
• LVS — Linux Virtual Server
• OWA — Oracle Web Application
• CMI — CAPI (Cryptography Application Programming Interface) Messaging Interface
• IPW — IP*Works!
• PROGRESS — Programme for Research on Embedded Systems & Software
• FFTS — Food for Thought Software
• ACRM — Alternative Csound Reference Manual
• DEVS — Developers
• OPERA — Open Process Engine for Reliable Activities
• SATC — Software Assurance Technology Center
• SWOG — Semantic Web Ontology Generator
• PASO — Pattern-Oriented Software Architecture
• PVW — PictView for Windows
• AKS — Agricultural and Knowledge Systems
• LMDE — Linux Mint Debian Edition
• REN — Rename

• ABMC — Automation Bulk Mailing Center
• FSAM — Fuzzy-based Service Adaptation Model
• SVE — Sealed Virtual Envelope
• OS/2 — Operating System/2
• SDVF — Software Development and Verification Facility
• PIA — Personal Internet Appliance
• ISTQB — International Software Testing Qualification Board
• FIOC — Forced Indentation of Code
• RDK — Reference Design Kit
• RALPH — Rapidly Adapting Lateral Position Handler
• OBCP — Onboard Computer Program
• PSL — Personal Seat License
• PEAR — Php Extension And Application Repository
• SABA — Software As A Business Asset
• ADA — Programming language named after Lady Ada Augusta Byron
• ADDT — Advanced Data-Driven Testing
• JJ — Java Java
• ADM — Application Discovery Manager
• LLB — Low Level Bootloader
• CPDS — computer program design specification
• AEOS — Alset Engine Operating Software
• EDM — Enterprise Desktop Manager
• PSU — Phantasy Star Universityrse
• AVN — Adobe Virtual Network
• S — Secure
• OSCR — Orbiter Software Change Request
• FPP — Fuzzy Preference Programming
• BIL — Builder Interface Language
• LMP — Linux Maintenance Project
• ACT — Artemis Comparison Tool
• AURA — Automated Underwriting And Rating Application
• FFR — For Future Release
• EAF — Enterprise Application Framework
• GOTCHA — Gaming Obsession Throughout Computer History Award
• CAI — Computer Aided Instituteuction
• RPMS — Real Property Management System
• ABT — Advanced Brightness Technology
• FDS — Flex Data Services
• JDO — Java Data Objects
• EAP — Extensible Access Protocol
• KMD — Kazaa Media Desktop
• DBS — Data Base Server
• RPD — Recurrent Pattern Detection
• AV — Acrobat Viewer
• OMS — Open Music System
• SSA — Software Safety Analysis
• TOAD — Tool for Oracle Application Development
• ACAT — Aironet Configuration Administration Tool
• SCA — software command analysis
• CMT — Container Managed Transactions

• XOS — Experimental Operating System
• STOICAL — STack Oriented Interactive Compiler Adapted to Linux
• CEMLI — Configurations/Customization, Extension, Modification, internationalization and Localization, and Integration framework
• REJASE — RE-using Junk As Something Else
• BDDC — Balancing Domain Decomposition by Constraints
• ZAK — Zero Administration Kit
• CPCI — Computer Program Change Instituteuction
• CP — Computer Program
• MBI — Microsoft Business Integrator
• CSOM — Client-Side Object Model
• DSDP — Device Software Development Platform (open source; Eclipse Foundation)
• BIS — Boot Integrity Service
• IDRD — interface definition and requirements document
• CDFS — virtual Compact Disc File System (Linux)
• AGP — Advanced Graphics Processing
• CAESAR — Catalogue of Arcade Emulation Software - the Absolute Reference
• JVMU — Java Virtual Memory Unit
• AMP — Apache, MySQL, and PHP
• CLM — Common Lisp Music
• FARR — Find and Run Robot
• AE — Advanced Edition
• RDA — Rich Desktop Application
• SRC — System Resource Controller
• FFAT — File Format Analysis Toolbox
• SFD — Software Freedom
• BSQS — Building Software Quality Skills
• TED — Tiered Electronic Distribution
• VBX — Visual Basic Extensions
• SEE — Software Equality Evaluation
• CEE — Common Execution Environment
• ACM — Alternate Control Module
• WBS — World Broadcasting System
• QVP 5.1 — Quick View Plus, Version 5.1
• BA — BIOS Agent
• QKX — QuicKeys X
• AIMS — Automotive Invoicing Management Software
• RVD — Raydon Virtual Driver
• RAVE — Reconfigurable Advanced Visualization Environment
• GWP — Gnome Word Processor
• ABL — Advanced Business Language
• WSDL — Web Service Description Languages
• BOPS — BaaN, Oracle, Peoplesoft, SAP
• BCM — Business Communication Module
• LOOP — Logic of Object Oriented Programming
• DEHS — Debian External Health Status
• JMP — Java Memory Profiler
• RWL — Real World Look
• PTD — Password Tracker Deluxe
• FMLI — Forms and Menu Language Interface
• DIFR — Dynamic Interface for Records

• APT — Automatically Programmed Tools
• COAS — Caldera Open Administration System
• TER — Test Effectiveness Ratio
• EGGS — Email Go Getter System
• ADAC — Advanced Digital Acoustic Coding
• XNP — eXtreme non programming
• COTS — commercial off-the-shelf software
• UFS — Unix File System
• SPDP — Software Professional Development Program
• SLPEM — Sparta Linear Programming Effectiveness Model
• JCA — Java Connector Architecture
• FSX — Flight Simulator X
• GART — Graph Algorithm Research Tool
• ECC — Error Checking and Correcting
• BU — Binary To Unary
• SAP — System Application Product
• IBFB — InterBase/FireBird
• PMBR — Primary Master Boot Record
• AEL — Application Extension Language
• QBIC — Query By Image Content
• SQIP — Software Quality Improvement Process
• WFS — Web Feature Service
• TOA — Table of Authorities
• NATS — Next-Generation Administration and Tracking System
• AFFS — Amiga Fast File System
• MESCAL — Middleware Efficiently SCALable
• SDDL — Software Design and Document Language
• OEA — Oracle Express Analyzer
• BHTML — Broadcast Hyper Text Markup Language
• NLE — Non-Linear Editor
• QCA — Qt Cryptographic Architecture
• EPL — Event Programming Language
• DCD — Design Class Diagram
• SCOM — Software Center Operator Manual
• ABO — Adaptive Binary Optimization
• VCR — Voluntary Content Rating
• JKS — Java Key Store
• AL — Animation Language
• COSAC — Canadian Open Systems Application Criteria
• MINIX — miniature Unix
• SAIF — Software Acquisition Improvement Framework
• TFIM — Tivoli Federated Identity Manager (IBM)
• PIA — Persönlicher Internet Assistent
• GITS — Grid Integration Test Script
• RUV — Replace, Update, And Verbose
• AEGIS — Agent Engineering For Generation Of Information Systems
• JPA — Java Persistence API
• PGMT — Processing Graph Method Tool
• ADM — Advanced Desktop Manager
• SDET — Software Development Engineer Test

• WTF — Work Time Fun
• GETVIS — GET VIrtual Storage
• LSR — Label Switch Router
• AEIP — Agent Environment Interaction Protocol
• AASM — Adaptive Algorithm Selection Method
• ISBL — Information Systems Base Language
• GNAT — Gnu Nyu Ada Translator
• QAS — Quality Assurance Software
• CLASP — Common Lisp Analytical Statistics Package
• ADF — Application Definition File
• SIT — Software Integrated Test
• SITA — Service Information and Technology Architecture
• SLIM — Software LIfecycle Management
• TDF — Title Definition Format
• FBK — Familytreemaker BacKup
• AFT — Almost Free Text
• MSL — Microsoft Software Library
• DJGPP — DJ's Gnu Programming Platform
• FESE — Faculty For Electric And Software Engineering
• LTT — Linux Trace Toolkit
• ACCS — Association of Copyright for Computer Software
• SDX — Starkit Developer Extension
• PXS — Project Executive System
• QAQ — Quality Assurance Quebec
• PARS — Programmed Airline Reservation System
• FLAP — Failure Location Analysis Program
• DMHA — Distributed Managed High-Availability architecture
• SK — Session Key
• ASE — Automated Software Engineering
• EUD — End-User Development
• STL — Standard Template Library
• ASX — Asian Sound Xpress
• ACSE — Adoption Centric Software Engineering
• FLTR — Foreign Language Text Reader
• MFN — Main Frogans Network
• QSE — Quality Software Engineering
• TASP — Tactical Advanced Signal Processing
• DOP — Depth of Processing
• JEE — Java Platform, Enterprise Edition
• ROSES — Rockwell Operational Software Engineering System
• MLGPO — Multiple Local Group Policy objects (Windows Vista)
• JIS — Jabber Interoperability Suite
• COTB — Community Organizing ToolBox
• AWIS — Alexa Web Information Service
• JASON — JavaScript Object Notation
• IPNG — Internet Protocol, Next Generation (now called IPv6)
• AGS — Adventure Game Studio
• CIBIS — Corporate Internet Business Information Systems
• PVG — Personal Voice Greeting
• AISC — Aleph Implementation Steering Committee

• RVR — Reload Verification Report
• DC2 — Device Control Two
• CIW — Command Interpreter Window
• SSPF — Space Shuttle Programming Facility
• IT — Indent Tab
• SDP — Software Development Process
• SHEL — Software, Hardware, Environment, And Liveware
• EAI — Enterprise Application Interface
• OJI — Open JVM (Java Virtual Machine) Integration
• ARIS — Augmented Reality Image Synthesis
• VUSW — vehicle utility software
• QSB — Quake 2 Scene Builder
• OCAP — Or OpenCable Application Platform
• NVRAM — NonVolatile Random Access Memory
• MSS — Multi-System Synchronizer
• SWQA — Software Quality Assurance
• GUI — GIMP User Interface
• RSAT — Regulatory Sequence Analysis Tools
• OFW — Open Firmware
• IULS — Integrated Update of Legacy Systems
• GGTS — Groovy/Grails Tool Suite
• STAR — Software Tools And Requirements
• FDS — Failure Dynamics Software
• SSE — Software Support Equipment
• DAW — Digtal Audio Workstation
• ECO — Enterprise Core Object
• CIMS — Crisis Information Management Software
• EUI — Everyperson User Interface
• WBI — Web Browser Intelligence
• SRGM — Software Reliability Growth Model
• HHM — HTML Help Maker
• DCAF — Data Capture and Analysis Facility
• ASDL — Advanced Serial Data Logger
• AET — Average Execution Time
• AI — Artificial Intelligence
• SQMS — Software Quality Management System
• ATC — Ahead of Time Compilation
• HQL — Hibernate Query Language
• AE — ASCII Express
• OGNL — Object-Graph Navigation Language
• HBJ — Html-business For Java
• SAIO — System Artificial Intelligence Othello
• RBSU — ROM-Based Setup Utility
• OHS — Open Hypertext System
• JDSL — Java Data Structures Library
• LOTD — Linux on the Desktop
• MPBT — Minimum Playback Buffer Time
• JOE — Joe's Own Editor
• APML — Attention Profile Markup Language
• QFW — QMF for Windows

• QFU — Quick File Utility
• D2G — Digital To Go
• ITSM — IBM Tivoli Storage Manager
• SAS — Software Automation Subpanel
• JAL — Java Application Loader
• ACID — Analysis Control For Intrusion Detection
• FCO — First Class Object
• RDVH — Remote Desktop Virtualization Host
• LCF — Lice Cap File (A (furnish viable concise description) Program called Lice Cap)
• JVML — Java Virtual Machine Language
• BDA — Broadcast Driver Architecture
• LRF — Logical Record Facility
• HUGS — Haskell User's Gofer System
• GEMSS — Grid-Enabled Medical Simulation Services
• AERP — Automated Export Reporting Program
• IWB — Internet-based aircraft Weight & Balance application
• STP — Software Technology Program
• TSS — Test Software Support
• DQTS — Data Quality Tool Set
• DMA — Data Mining Algorithm
• SGG — Simple Gallery Generator
• ECRT — Effort Certification and Reporting Technology
• OLX — Off-line xpress for Windows
• KENIA — Knowledge Extraction and Notification Architecture
• OPOS — OLE (Object Linking and Embedding) for Point Of Sale
• RSCT — Reliable Scalable Cluster Technology (IBM)
• SRX — StreamRipperX
• AGES — Aegis Gnome Environment Suite
• CFML — ColdFusion Markup Language
• OSSV — Open Systems SnapVault (NetApp, Inc.)
• ACMP — Aagon Client Management Platform
• GUA — GMS User Agent
• MSDOS — Microsoft Disk Operating System
• PCMM — People Capability Maturity Model
• INCO — Installation and Check Out
• ANAG — Applied Numerical Algorithms Group
• GBA — Gemeentelijke Basis Administratie
• ACS — Adventure Creation System
• EPOS — Embedded Parallel Operating System
• SUS — Software Update Services
• OPSS — Orange Programmable Sensor System
• ADFT — Adaptable Data Fusion Testbed
• SGE — Sun Grid Engine
• BIB — Business In a Box
• SAMI — San Andreas Mod Installer
• DSCG — Dynamic System Call Graph
• ISIS2 — IATA Software for Industry System
• SDCT — NIST Software Diagnostics and Conformance Testing Division
• RWG — Random Word Generator
• ITF — Intelligent Templates and Forms

• SASTP — stand-alone self-test program
• NBNS — NetBIOS Name Service
• COE — Common Office Environment
• SFDC — Sales Force Dot Com
• FT — Functional Testing
• ADPM — Advanced Dynamic Program Management
• ONTOUCP — Ontology based Unified Communication Protocol
• SC — software change
• JWAG — Java Web Application Generator
• OGL — Open Graphics Library
• ITAM — Internet Tax and Assessment Management
• VUE — Visual User Environment
• DIET — Diagnostic and Evaluation Tools for Natural Language Applications
• NPDC — Neutral Print Density Curve
• EJO — Electronic Journal Online
• AFD — Automatic File Distributor
• FOND — Font family descriptor
• LAIR — Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence Research
• ESCOT — Educational Software Components of Tomorrow
• FSME — Finite State Machine Editor
• STF — Sleuth Testing Framework
• ADT — Aminet Download Tool
• PMAC — Portable Multipurpose Applications Console
• SSIP — System Software Interface Processing
• IWM — Intelligent Work Management
• RLF — Replication Licensing Factor
• IOM — Installation & Operation Manual
• ROPE — Remote Object Proxy Engine
• CBDI — Component Based Development and Integration
• BEE — Biggascale Emulation Engine
• FRCOS — Freight Rail Crew Optimization Scheduling
• STI — Segmenting Track Identifier
• SAMP — Software Asset Management Platform
• DSK — DSP (Digital Signal Processor) Starter Kit
• EASA — European Academic Software Award
• AEIT — Acrobat Enterprise Installation Tool
• GARP — Genetic Algorithm for Rule-set Production
• QKS — Quiver Knowledge Suite
• PBN — Portable Bridge Notation
• FIASCO — Functional Image Analysis Software - Computational Olio
• JAVA — a programming language (Sun Microsystems)
• MVM — Movie Making
• DGI — Dynamic Graphics, Inc.
• ASD — Andromeda Software Development
• PIC — Position Independent Code
• OKS — Ontopia Knowledge Suite
• SIFT — Software Implemented Fault Tolerance
• SXE — STAF eXecution Engine
• EOF — Enterprise Object Framework
• CUL — Concurrent User License

• MOMIS — Mediator envirOnment for Multiple Information Sources
• QLA — Quark License Administrator
• SDQ — Software Design and Quality
• FTV — Full Text Version
• FAMS — Fixed Asset Management Software
• SSRB — Spreadsheet Standards Review Board
• SPE — software process engineering
• CEWP — Content Editor Web Part
• AHK — Autohotkey
• CPDS — Computer Program Development Specification
• ITMS — iTunes Music Store
• ABEL — Assumption Based Evidential Language
• AESS — Advanced Employment Services Simulation
• ASSI — Application Software Solutions Inc
• QT — Quick Table
• AIV — Atheos Image Viewer
• STEP — Software Test and Evaluation Program
• NPAPI — Netscape Plugin Application Programming Interface
• CMPS — Component Model Processing Suite
• CDATA — Character Data
• DEM — Data Entry Manager
• ACAS — Adaptive Context Aware Services
• NNR — Noworyta News Reader
• CCEA — Convergent Cluster & Ensemble Analysis
• AGM — Assistant Game Master
• GGI — Gate Graphical Interface
• EPI — External Program Interface
• APT — Advanced Packaging Tool
• AUSTIN — Astonishing Universal Search Tree Interface Novelty
• SIM — System Image Manager
• SMIL — Synchronized Multimedia Interface Language
• ET — Editor Toolkit
• IPCL — Ithaca Printer Control Language
• LTSA — Learning Technology Systems Architecture
• AFM — Adobe Font Metrics
• ISST — International Society for Software Testing
• AFT — Ant Functional Testing
• S — Software
• TLP — Transactional Licensing Program
• LSAP — Laserfiche Software Assurance Plan
• ANSA — Automatic Net-generation for Structural Analysis
• GTE — Generic Tile Engine
• SMS — Site-Managed Software
• HID — Human Interface Driver
• IPSW — iPhone Software
• OEMT — Object Exchange Model Template
• ADIOS — Automated Download and Installation of Operating Systems
• SWD&I — software development and integration
• SC — Spreadsheet Calculator
• HMSL — Hierarchical Music Specification Language

• ITP — Internet Tape Protocol
• SBAM — Software Based Abled Mixer
• FREE — Free Realtime Embedded Executive
• ISEE — Instant Support Enterprise Edition
• TOAST — The Open Accounting Software Trust
• FACTS — Free Automated Contest and Tournament Software
• ABSD — Agent Based Software Development
• DAD — Digital Animation Dreammachine
• SSO — Systems Software Office
• NODES — Network Operation And Design Engineering System
• JWSD — Java Web Service Development
• BQS — Berkeley Quality Software
• SLM — Software License Manager
• SWAG — Semantic Web Agreement Group
• DWSCRIPT — Delphi Web SCRIPT
• SFU — Windows Services for UNIX
• QTP — Quick Test Protocol
• FAME — Flexible Architecture for Multiple Environments
• GASK — Geocaching Swiss Army Knife
• OMMA — Outlook Mail Merge Attachment
• EDOC — Enterprise Distributed Object Computing
• ODL — Overlay Description Language
• AOSD — Aspect-Oriented Software Development
• CKM — Customer Knowledge Management
• CBIRS — Content-Based Image Retrieval System
• FSDL — Frogans Slide Description Language
• SSS — Spacecraft Software System
• ADSS — Application Development and Support Services
• DMF — Distributed Management Framework
• MOSI — Microprocessor Operating System Interface
• OPK — Oem Preinstall Kit
• FACES — Flexible, Automated, Calculating, Extendible, Simulating
• SLPD — Service Location Protocol Daemon
• ASM — AIX SAN (Storage Area Network) Manager
• DROF — Destructive Read Operation Fault
• RWD — Responsive Web Design
• CWMS — Computerized Work Management Systems (EMA, Inc.)
• ACS — ArsDigita Community System
• FCS — Form Conversion Software
• DOT — Delphi OpenGL Toolkit
• MRTS — MRTG RRDtool Total Statistics
• PR/SM — Processor Resource/System Manager
• IUE — Image Understanding Environment
• MHEG — Multimedia and Hypermedia Expert Group
• DLD — Deutsche Linux Distribution
• LSO — Linux Standards Organization
• JUG — Java User Group
• IAS — Interactive Advisory Software
• TADSTAND — Tactical Automation Digital STANDard
• DMM — Dimension Measurement Module

• EWL — Enlightened Widget Library
• RTMX — Real Time Multi-Platform POSIX Operating System
• MXML — Macromedia Flex Markup Language
• LINUS — see Linux
• EAPP — Enterprise Application Project Prioritization
• ADIT — Autodep Input Tool
• EGV — Extended German Version
• PVM — Parallel Virtual Machine
• FIT — Feature Integration Testing
• HLCL — High-Level Concurrent Languages
• LOAF — Linux on A Floppy
• NURMS — Non-Uniform Rational Mesh Smooth
• STUB — Software Technik Und Beratung
• AFK — Application Framework Kit
• JWP — Japanese Word Processor
• MME — Microsoft Multimedia Environment
• DCPEI — display control program end item
• VIM — Vendor-Independent Messaging
• CES — C for Embedded Systems
• FPM — Fast Paged Mode
• EOE — Embroidery Office Edit
• EDDIE — Enterprise Data Delivery Information Environment
• LDI — Large Document Imaging (construction)
• GCOS — General Comprehensive Operating System
• MIK — Mik Isn't Kitt
• BEAV — Binary Editor and Viewer
• RWP — Remote Web Publisher
• DWN — Dr. Web Newsletter
• CTRA TA — CT RaidAssist Tank Assist
• PUD — Penk's Underbred Distro
• AERO — Animation Editor for Realistic Object
• MDOP — Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack
• ASV — Adobe SVG Viewer
• MSD — Microsoft system diagnostics
• ELLE — Elle Looks Like EMACS
• RTMS — Rental Tool Management System
• IOP — Installed Optional Package
• FLIRT — Fast Library Identification And Recognition Technology
• SKD — Software Kits for Dummies
• ACS — Application Contents Service
• LCWS — Little Celtic Warlock Software
• GLM — Global Language Monitor
• MOAC — Microsoft Official Academic Course
• KIM — Krause Imposition Manager
• SDD — Scitech Display Doctor
• LAE — Linux Application Environment
• FPE — Forms Processing Engine
• GRAM — Grid Resource Allocation Manager
• CCK — Content Creation Kit
• OSR — Oracle Service Registry

• NLP — Neuro Linguistic Programming
• LBWEM — Lattice-Based Word Error Minimization
• GSSAPI — Generic Security Services Application Program Interface
• QSF — Quick Sound Field
• APE — Automated Performance Enhancement
• JBCC — Java Beans Composite Class
• FF — Firefox
• AFD — Automatic Field Decoding
• CVE — Collaborative Virtual Environment
• TACT — Text Analysis Computing Tools
• MPL — Master Program Library
• DDAT — Detailed Design, Analysis, and Testing
• CDML — Climate Data Markup Language
• POET — Partial Order Event Tracer
• OSL — Object Support Library
• ATLAS — Automatically Tuned Linear Algebra Software
• NMS — NOD Mail Scanner
• APME — Applications, Programming Models, and Environments
• AGM — Advanced Graphics Module
• DCAS — Development Cooperation Assistance System
• GWT-SL — Google Web Toolkit Server Library
• AWS — Adaptative Window Switching
• SPRIC — Software Process Reengineering and Improvement Campus
• SETI — Search For Extra Terrestial Intelligence (SETI@home)
• LDF — Linear Display File
• GVD — GNU Visual Debugger
• NMU — Non-Magic User
• PETE — Portable Expression Template Engine
• OOSP — Object-Oriented Software Process
• KWIN — KDE Window Manager
• OTA — Open Tools API (Application Programming Interface)
• AROS — Amiga Research Operating System
• IKBS — Intelligent Knowledge-Based System
• BITC — Berkeley Interlinear Text Collector
• COBOL — COmmon Business Operating Language
• TLM — Trouble Locating Manual
• JBB — Java Business Benchmark
• CHM — Compiled Help Module
• FOOBAR — FTP Operation Over Big Address Records
• EUE — End User Experience
• DSI — Dynamic Skeleton Interface
• FNSL — Frogans Network System Language
• CFCC — Coupling Facility Control Code
• MKL — Math Kernel Library
• KIC — Kodak Image Compression
• IDMS — Integrated Debt Management System
• RC1 — Release Candidate 1
• OWP — One Write Plus
• OCS — Oracle Collaboration Suite
• DIVE — Digital Interactive Video Education

• BTTB — Burn To The Brim
• AHD — Advance Help Desk
• AED — Application Environment Daemon
• OSE — Open Servlet Engine
• ADCU — Application Developers Customer Unit
• ANIMA — Adaptive Network Intelligent MAnagement
• AFF — Actual Final Fraction
• HFS — Hardware Friendly Software
• CFFS — Cisco Flash File System
• APF — Auto Program Finder
• DLM — Document Lifecycle Management
• SIRB — Software Industry Research Board
• DMAP — Disk Mapping Program
• CMC — channel management center
• TACL — Tandem Advanced Command Language
• SAPS — Sap Application Performance Standard
• ASMO — Army Software Metrics Office
• RCU — Revelar Connection Utility
• CALAS — Countrywide Automotive Leasing Administration System
• DAV — Dav Ain't Vi
• STPH — Software Technology Park Hyderabad
• ACES — Autodesk Comprehensive Education Solution
• SCI — Sierra Creative Interpreter
• NHF — Newbieized Help File
• PC-DOS — IBM's Personal Computer Disc Operating System
• SECR — Software Engineering Conference Russia
• SQJ — Software Quality Journal
• SFV — Simple File Validator
• HISR — High Level ISR (Interrupt Service Routine)
• EMP — Eclipse Modeling Project
• AFM — Application Functionality Module
• DIVA — Digital Information Voice Advisor
• CLC — Command Line Calculator
• IDT — Image Display Tool
• AGM — Arithmetic Geometric Mathquest
• TLW — Transmission Line for Windows
• CRW — Custom Report Writer
• AKU — Adaptation kit upgrade
• GARD — Gameboy Advanced Real-time Debugger
• STM — Software Transactional Memory
• DFU — Directions For Use
• AD — Adaptive Dither
• AUI — Abstract User Interface
• SMU — Software Management Utility
• JDEE — Java Development Environment for Emacs
• JMPI — Java-based Message-Passing Interface implementation
• NSE — Nmap Scripting Engine
• SWSE — Siebel Web Server Extension
• SPD — SharePoint Designer
• LAD — Linux Audio Development

• GPU — General Purpose Unix
• LNS — Late Night Software
• RTED — Robust Algorithm for the Tree Edit Distance
• SDT — Sdl Design Tool
• MCD — Mission Control Desktop
• JVMS-2 — Java Virtual Machine Specification, Second Edition
• LTU — License to Use
• ACTS — Alternative Computer Training Suite
• DMAC — Design Metrics Analyzer For C
• ADCT — Analysis, Design, Code, Test
• SOS — Screen of Screens
• CPM — Control Program Module (early operating system for computers)
• FCG — Framework Compliance Guidance
• ASSM — Assigned Software Sequence Manager
• AF — After Effects
• OVID — Object, View and Interaction Design
• JAIN — Java for Advanced Intelligent Networks
• JBC — Java Beans Component
• LMBCS — Lotus Mult-Byte Character Set
• HOORA — Hierarchical Object-Oriented Requirements Analysis
• STP — Speed Test Pro
• ASHE — A Simple HTML Editor
• AHB — Administration Help Bot
• PTU — Product Technology Unit
• EFX — EFfect eXtenstion
• ACGI — Application Common Gateway Interface
• AK — Analog Kernel
• DSFM — DirectShow Filter Manager
• SSV — Server Software Version
• ADO — Access Data Object
• OAD — Object Activation Daemon
• EIB — Executive Interface Block
• SAFER — Simple Agent For E-mail Routing
• EPMF — Evaluation and Performance Management Framework
• DSS — Directory and Security Services
• ACO — Artificial Cover Object
• EAD — Enterprise Application Development
• OHRRPGCE — Official Hamster Republic Role Playing Game Construction Engine
• EBU — Enterprise Backup Utility
• RGB — Rotating Graphics Base
• CSIA — Computer Software Industry Association
• CSAH — Copy Source As HTML
• AVCC — Alternative Version Concurrency Control
• SPICE — Smart Personalisation And Integrated Card Encoding
• WIM — Windows Image Manager
• HDL — High-level Description Language
• CRAM — Cram Really Ain't Mathematica
• OOC — Optimizing Oberon Compiler
• ACATS — Ada Conformity Assessment Test Suite
• IBFV — Image Based Flow Visualization

• CCM — Cybergraphic's Component Manager
• GFE — Game File Extractor
• OEO — Oracle Express Objects
• CAVE — Cave Advanced Virtual Environment
• JSONP — JSON with padding
• ROID — Registry Object IDentification
• AAPP — ATOVS And AVHRR Processing Package
• SCA — SharePoint Central Administration
• SGK — Small-Generating-Kernel
• PPCP — Postprocessing Computer Program
• CPAS — Clean Process Advisory System
• ASL — Application Services Library
• SSPG — Storage Software Platform Group
• DACM — Document Access Control Method
• EBTS — Encontro Brasileiro de Testes de Software
• EAN — EMC Activation Number
• SYSV — System V
• AFS — Archive File System
• CSH — Custom Service Hardware
• SDPM — Software Development Project Management
• FPML — Financial Product Markup Language
• AEBS — Accelerated Electronics Billing Solutions
• ACS — Autonomous Cooperative System
• IDEAS — Interactive Design Engineering Analysis Software
• IMACD — Installations, Moves, Adds, Changes, Disposition
• CIA — C Information Abstractor
• PBP — Pretty Bad Privacy
• FFII — Foundation for a Free Information Infrastructure
• WURFL — Wireless Universityrsal Resource File
• MSF — Msg Summary File
• ELML — eLesson Markup Language
• SDGA — Sequential Dynamic Genetic Algorithm
• JNT — Java Numerical Toolkit
• FPF — FORTRAN Program File
• CSS — Core System Software
• EIT — Easy Installation Tool
• RSC — Remote System Control
• SVTP — Software Verification Test Plan
• SOCS — Sparse Optimal Control Software
• ITEM — If Then Else Minimizer
• CVP — Collaborative Virtual Prototyping
• SSRS — Security Software Requirements Specification
• AVS — Application Visualization System
• ICPC — International Collegiate Programming Contest
• AWE — Address Windowing Extensions
• PGG — Performance Gallery Gold
• ASO — Active Simulation Object
• JHI — Java HDF Interface
• JEFF — J Executable File Format
• JES — Java Enterprise System

• EBRS — Emergency Boot Recovery Software
• PU — Personnel Utility
• RAD — Rapid Application Design
• PIW — Peripheral Input Word
• SQS — Simple Queue Service
• MSIC — Massachusetts Software Internet Council
• SID — Software Item Description
• JSAPI — Java Servlet Application Programming Interface
• SCCS — Symposium Call Center Server
• GSNW — Gateway Service for NetWare
• SQM — Software Quality Management
• BCR — Business Card Reader
• GAPS — Google API Proximity Search
• DEWI — Data Extraction Web Interface
• AMIF — Aerodynamic Mesh Interface File
• AOCP — AVCS On-board Computer Program
• OAS — Office Administration System
• ACC — Aspect Component Configuration
• ADI — Advanced Document Imaging
• BIS — Before Insert Statement
• CEP — Core Enterprise PHP
• BOX — Binary Optimized XML
• ICDCE — Insight Control Data Center Edition
• BDDE — Block Double-Differential Encoding
• JAXR — Java API for XML Registries
• PEMJ — Patch by Exception Modular Jackfield
• CMAE — CMap Asembly Editor
• PUW — Pro- Util for Windows
• AAIP — Approaches and Applications of Inductive Programming
• VCL — Visual Component Library
• DDTP — Dynamic DNS Tools Protocol
• CIPP — Context, Inputs, Processes, and Products
• SMT — Simultaneous Multi-Threading
• HOME — Hypermedia Object Management Environment
• IAC — Inter-Application Communication
• CPCI — Computer Program Change Instruction
• HSR — Hierarchical Scene graph Renderer
• NF — Numbers Files
• SIFT — Stanford Information Filtering Tool
• CMST — Certified Manager of Software Testing
• CCAD — Conceptual Computer Aided Design
• PWB 6.0 — ProcessWise WorkBench 6.0
• MDB — Message-Driven Beans
• QBB — Query-By-Browsing
• ICST — International Conference on Software Testing Verification and Validation
• GJS — George James Software
• MCPP — Microsoft Communications Protocol Program
• OAM — Optical Authoring Manager
• GGAG — Good Governance Advisory Group
• MIC — Microsoft Image Composer

• SUPL — simple Unified Presentation Layer
• DCPP — DriveCrypt Plus Pack
• QDK — Quarterdeck
• ADE — Amiga Developers Environment
• AI — Adobe Illustrator
• FIU — Fingerprint Identification Unit
• MVVM — Model-View-ViewModel
• NVS — Network Viewing Software
• JSD — Jackson Software Development
• ARPA — Advanced Rapid Process Agent
• DDST — Data Driven Self Timed
• GPCU — GPS Utility
• GSI — Government Secure Internet
• FVE — Feature Vector Extractor
• TET — Test Environment Toolkit
• SDF — Simple Data Format
• CTI — Computer Telephony Interface
• CIGS — Corner for Interactive Geometry Software
• QDW — QuickDraw for Windows
• SAIF — Spatial Archive and Interchange Format
• FDS — Final Design Specification
• BER — Byte Encoding Rules
• ORE — Online RPG Engine
• ESIG — Engineering Science Interactive Graphics
• DVB-J — Digital Video Broadcasting-Java
• AFG — Auxiliary File Generator
• CIF — Caltech Intermediate Format
• AWP — Advanced Wang Personification
• GFC — General Flow Control
• PCOS — Professional Computer Operating System
• MPK — Machinima Production Kit
• RUM — Recursive Update Model
• TFM — TeX Font Metric
• MHD — minimum Hamming distance
• RFE — Return from Exception
• MND — My New Developer
• SDW — System Developers Workbench
• MDT — Mod Development Toolkit
• AEC — Adaptive Error Compensation
• FCO — Flexible Call Offering
• JIF — Java Intranet Framework
• A — Agiliance
• PASE — Pasepersonal Assistant For Software Engineers
• CLAD — Clear Language and Design
• QUU — Quick Uuencoder/ Uudecoder
• FRIF — Fast Robust Invariant Feature
• ASF — Alternating Sequential Filter
• AIDE — Ace Integrated Development Environment
• AIS — Automatic Illumination Selection
• MDAO — Multidisciplinary Design Analysis and Optimization

• HDT — Hard Disk Toolkit
• ALMAS — ALert MAnagement Service
• MBW — MySQL Backup Watcher
• CIM — Collaborative Information Manager
• DFTS — Design for Trustworthy Software
• LUCAS — Logwares Universal Commerce Application System
• HNG — Host New Goodies
• MEMO — Mason Enterprise Messaging Online
• GLOP — GEVIC Logic Operation Program
• TESS — Transcription Element Search System
• PBL — Process Business Language
• FFAH — Frame Format Ad Hoc
• AIT — Auditory Integration Training
• FERRET — Flexible Expert Retrieval of Relevant English Text
• RMR — Renderman Repository
• ATRT — All The Right Type
• PCQ — Personal Computing Quest
• NGL — Next Generation Language
• SDET — Software Design Engineer in Test
• QT — Quick Time
• DPP — Digital Photo Professional
• DNIE — Digital Natural Image Engine
• DMAIP — Dfocus-Modulation-type Active Image Processing
• PCLS — Portable Common Lisp Subset
• CDVG — Chyron Duet Video Graphics
• LNO — Loop Nest Optimizer
• RDD — Resume Driven Development
• QTM — Queue The Music
• UAP — User Agent Profiling
• PCI — Physical Configuration Item
• SAT — System Administration Tool
• SRQ — Software Requirements Questionnaire
• GDF — GNOME Debugging Framework
• NTE — Network Text Editor
• SCO — Second Class Object
• SSPT — SPT4-NET SCADA Protocol Translator
• CDS — Content Distribution Services
• SBB — Simple Branch And Bound
• MCSC — Motorola Canada Software Centre
• PBW — Portable Business Writer
• OOSE — Object-Oriented Software Engineering
• CUTS — Cutting Simulation
• QKW — QuicKeys for Windows
• TDADS — Test Data Analysis and Decision System
• LCP — Lyris Command Protocol
• BTTA — BitTorrent Turbo Accelerator
• LVE — Linux Video Editor
• EMO — Extension Management Object
• GUS — Grupo de usuários Slackware (Group of Slackware users - in Portuguese)
• PT — Process Tracker

• GCD — GOBI Chem Drawer
• PNS — Pegawai Negeri Sipil
• BUI — Browser User Interface
• MCMC — Markov Chain Monte Carlo
• LBIB — Location Based Information Broker
• STM — Support Tool Manager
• XSV — XML Schema Validator
• SDBS — Software Defined Base Station
• RWX — Read, Write, Execute permission
• SSAD — System and Software Architecture Description
• DUV — Digital Unix Version
• ICET — Image Composition Engine for Tiles
• TOGAF — The Open Group Architecture Framework
• AFFS — Association for Free Software
• DPVL — Digital Packet Video Link
• EMML — Enterprise Mashup Markup Language
• REXX — Restructured Extended Executor Language
• APT — Almost Plain Text
• ROAD — Rapid Object Application Development
• ADEL — Animated Dance Event Language
• BSB — Baykit Stylesheet Broker
• ANTS — Advanced Net Tool Suite
• MOUS — Microsoft Office User Suite
• NDR — Non-Destructive Readout
• ATC — Author The Computer
• PUB — Pop-Up Blocker
• TLA — Top Level Architecture
• LETS — Local Economic Trading Software
• APT — Annotation Processing Tool
• CBUT — Component Based Usability Testing
• DCV — Document Cutoff Value
• SEMS — Synthesis Enterprise Management System
• GHC — Guarded Horn Clauses
• SPE — System Processing Engine
• CRDU — Composite Rank Dependent Utility
• SUSE — Software und System Entwicklung
• AEAE — Ajax-Enhanced Asynchronous Experience
• NMX — Network Management Extensions
• RIP — Regulated Interaction Protocol
• QIV — Quick Image Viewer
• GGSS — GEONS Ground System Software
• BIS — Bibliographic Information System
• COLA — Collaborative Object Lookup Application
• HCT — Hardware Compatiblity Test
• AFY — Assistant for You
• SHIT — Special High Intensity Testing
• GLOW — God Loves Our Worship
• DSD — Document Structure Description
• MISD — Multiple Instruction, Single Data stream
• LNN — Lotus Notes Network

• SQR — Software Quality Record
• UDC — Usage Data Collector
• PFA — Postscript Font Ascii
• SIS — Shimano Index Shifting
• IPTT 4.0 — Internet Protocol Telephony Troubleshooting version 4.0
• JMMF — Java Multi-Method Framework
• ITAP — Ice Tea Active Pages
• ACVT — Archive Converter
• EBP — Enhanced Base Pointer
• AFRE — Automates à File Réactifs Embarqués
• LPD — Line Printer Demon
• ASET — Automated Software Engineering Technologies
• QWB — Quality WorkBench
• SDD — Software Detailed Design
• ADS — Artwork Delivery System
• CPOL — C Framework for POLicy evaluation
• SAWA — Simple API (Application Programming Interface) for Web Applications
• JANET — JICOS Administration and Network Environment Tool
• FVWM — F Virtual Window Manager
• AFP — Adobe Flash Player
• QVP 7 — Quick View Plus 7
• MFPP — Managed Forex Private Program
• KSF — Korg Sample File
• RSOM — Recurrent Self-Organizing Maps
• ADIS — Accept/Display Interface System
• SMR — System Modification Request
• NTVDM — New Technology Virtual DOS Machine (Microsoft Windows NT)
• OBOE — Off By One Error
• SQAA — Software Quality Assurance Analyst
• VST — Virtual Studio Technology
• BBS — Browser Based System
• IPEC — Internal Position Error Correction
• DCP — Display Control Program
• CORA — Computer Operated Resource Assistant
• AFS — Acer File System
• DBSS — Diphone Based Speech Synthesis
• TLK — Technology Licensing Kit
• ARCOS — Automated Reports and Consolidated Orders System
• QDP — Quantitative Depth Profiling
• ECI — External Call Interface
• ONX — Open Node Syntax
• IGTS — Innovative Global Technology Software
• QIP — Quiet Internet Pager
• GWO — Google Website Optimizer
• CBSU — Cluster-Based Sentence Utility
• SIED — Software Implemented Error Detection
• RISE — RPG Interactive Source Editor
• BRIAN — Business Research Information Analysis Navigator
• SQB — SQL Query Builder
• DPMS — DOS (Disk Operating System) Protected Mode Services

• BGI — Borland Graphics Interface
• CDC — Changed Data Capture
• GDI — Graphics Design Interface
• OGS — Open Game Source
• BSS — Best Shot Selector
• PSLE — Product Sight Lifecycle Environment
• DBM — DataBase Manager
• PWS — Private Web Server
• CBB — Check Book Balancer
• GVR — Group Virtual Reality
• CSDI — Controlled Single Document Interface
• GEP — Gnome Enhancement Procedure
• BCI — Brew Compressed Image
• ESD — Electronic Software Download
• ISSU — In Service Software Upgrade
• SPJ — Serialized Personal Journalog
• FE — Flash Edition
• TL — Target Language
• QQR — QiNetix Quick Recovery
• SACC — Software Advantage Consulting Corporation
• EPCIS — Electronic Product Code Information Services Standard
• TFV — Tascal Fax Viewer
• PEPT — Presentation, Encoding, Protocol, and Transport
• LOSS — Lcars Operating System Shell
• MLJ — Machine Learning in Java
• ECES — Economical Civil Engineering Software
• AGRIP — Accessible Games Rendering Independence Possible
• COW — Check Out Wizard
• SARDS — Spam Analysis, Reporting and Deletion System
• CWC — Console Window Configuration
• HFM — Hamster Font Manager
• CBD — Component-Based Development
• JAXB — Java Architecture XML Binding
• MVRC — MetaViewer Remote Client
• STAR — Software Technology for Action and Reflection
• DSF — Django Software Foundation
• GLWT — OpenGL Window Toolkit
• YUMAPOS — Point-of-sale software development
• FROGUTS — Virtual Dissection Software package
• ASM — Aktueller Software Markt
• EVE — Extensible VAX Editor
• EF — Equivalent File
• DPS — Dynamic Parallel Schedules
• CRIT — Cannondale Retailer Internet Tool
• PWB 6.5 — ProcessWise WorkBench 6.5
• PNLA — Prolog and Natural-Language Analysis (Fernando C. N. Pereira and Stuart M. Shieber book)
• CVSS — Central Valley Software Solutions
• OPL — Open Publishing License
• JVPM — Java Virtual Parallel Machine
• JCSP — Java Communication Sequential Processes

• CCE — Control Creation Edition
• ASL — Apache Software License
• MGI — Marcus Graphics Interface
• GMLSE — Game Maker Language Shell Extension
• NSTL — National Software Testing Laboratories
• SECC — Software Engineering Competence Center
• IPTR — Intensive Preliminary Technical Review
• CBE — CNF Boolean Encoding
• AFE — Application Front End
• EPOCH — European Parallel Operating System Based on Chorus
• JFW — JAWS For Windows
• RMCP — Remote Music Control Protocol
• AAD — Application Architecture Design
• STRAP — Software Tool for Rapid Annotation of Proteins
• NG — New Group
• NU — Not Unix
• DO — Digital Order
• CLAP — Command Line Application Popper
• WEP — Windows Exit Procedure
• PAK — Process Automation Komponent
• HPS — Hot Passionate Soup
• CCTM — Custom Content Type Manager
• BOT — Automated roBOT
• ISB — Internet Space Builder
• CAPP — Calculation And Presentation Package
• OAG — Open Application Group
• ICSR — International Conference on Software Reuse
• JCIP — Java Concurrency in Practice
• BSAL — Behavioral Software Architecture Language
• SWI — Static Walkthrough Inspection
• DISE — Disk Image Special Edition
• TIN — Tass Iain's Newsreader
• ASIS — Ada Semantics Interface Specification
• AID — Application Interface Design
• BX — Builder Xcessory
• SQI — Software Quality Improvement
• HAS — Hospital Administration Software
• SFC — Software Flow Control
• ADL — Algorithm Definition Language
• RC — Ron's Cipher
• KATE — KDE Advanced Text Editor
• ECF — Enhanced Characteristic Functions
• APL — Apache Public License
• SAIF — Struts Action Invocation Framework
• HCS — Herp Care Software