Definition of Interface

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interface
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1. (physical chemistry) a surface forming a common boundary between two things (two objects or liquids or chemical phases)
2. (computer science) a program that controls a display for the user (usually on a computer monitor) and that allows the user to interact with the system [syn: user interface]


3. the overlap where two theories or phenomena affect each other or have links with each other; "the interface between chemistry and biology"
4. (computer science) computer circuit consisting of the hardware and associated circuitry that links one device with another (especially a computer and a hard disk drive or other peripherals) [syn: port]

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Noun
1. (chemistry) a surface forming a common boundary between two things (two objects or liquids or chemical phases)
(hypernym) surface
(hyponym) oil-water interface
(classification) physical chemistry
2. (computer science) a program that controls a display for the user (usually on a computer monitor) and that allows the user to interact with the system
(synonym) user interface
(hypernym) program, programme, computer program, computer programme
(hyponym) command line interface, CLI
(classification) computer science, computing
3. the overlap where two theories or phenomena affect each other or have links with each other; "the interface between chemistry and biology"
(hypernym) overlap, convergence, intersection
4. (computer science) computer circuit consisting of the hardware and associated circuitry that links one device with another (especially a computer and a hard disk drive or other peripherals)
(synonym) port
(hypernym) computer circuit
(hyponym) parallel interface, parallel port
(classification) computer science, computing

the physical connection between two communications devices.

The point or are a where two dissimilar products or grades of crude oil meet in a pipeline as they are pumped, one behind the other. In a packed or full-line pumping under pressure the integrity of the interface is well maintained. In simple English, this means that there is surprisingly little mixing of the two batches of product or types of crude oil as it moves through the line. Products are kept "pure" up to specification by drawing off the few barrels of interface-mix into a "slop tank."

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A boundary or point common to two or more similar or dissimilar command and control systems, sub-systems, or other entities against which or at which necessary information flow takes place.
  

Common boundary between two parts of a system or material.

The common boundary between two associated systems (source: GSM 01.04, ITU-T I.112).

1. In a system , a shared boundary, i.e., the boundary between two subsystems or two devices. (188 ) 2. A shared boundary between two functional units, defined by specific attributes, such as functional characteristics, common physical interconnection characteristics, and signal characteristics. 3. A point of communication between two or more processes, persons, or other physical entities. 4. A point of interconnection between user terminal equipment and commercial communications facilities. 5. To interconnect two or more entities at a common point or shared boundary.

A common boundary between two systems over which the intersystem communication occurs. A physical point of demarcation between two dissimilar devices where the electrical signals, connectors, timing, and handshaking are defined. The conceptual point at which procedures, codes, and protocols enable two entities to exchange information. A piece of hardware or a set of rules that allows communications between two systems.

Originally, the connections between two pieces of electrical equipment. Now, the telecommunication equipment, information carriers, input -OUTPUT devices and computer networks mediating between people, computers and production processes. (Krippendorff )

The means by which two systems or devices are connected and interact with each other.

Interface

Communiction Between two computers

- Static variable in class java.lang.reflect.Modifier 
public static final int INTERFACE
The int value representing the interface modifier.

A Java programming language keyword used to define a collection of method definitions and constant values. It can later be implemented by classes that define this interface with the implements keyword. Interfaces allow Java programs to take advantage of a special type of multiple inheritance.

That which facilitates the communication between the computer and its user. It may be a graphic interface or a textual interface. An interface can also be that which facilitates communication between two appliances (e.g. the PERITEL jack links a TV to a videotape recorder or a videodisc player).

The connection between a computer and its auxiliary equipment such as hard drives, CD-ROM drives, videodisc players, printers, scanners, etc.

(v) to connect two pieces of computer hardware together; (n) the means by which two things communicate

The circuit, or physical connection, which controls the flow of data between a computer and its peripherals.

A linkage between two things. A user interface is the system of controls with which the user controls a device. Two devices are said to be interfaced when their operations are linked electronically. An interface box is often required to convert signals from one form to another. For example, in order to get MIDI data in and out of a computer, you need some type of MIDI interface hardware. This may hook to an existing port on the computer, such as the printer port, or (in the case of the IBM-PC) it may consist of a circuit board that is plugged into one of the computer's internal slots.

A physical object that is the link between different entities enabling communication. In context of this glossary it enables a midi keyboard (or guitar etc) to talk to a computer. Interfaces can often be combined with sound sources and other MIDI devices. A basic MIDI device usually has one MIDI input and one MIDI output. MIDI devices with two or more extra inputs allow you to connect to more gear. MIDI devices with 8 ins and 8 outs allow you to connect many devices into your computer and can act as a patch bay. You can also play and record multiple sounds from different MIDI keyboards and modules using one computer program.

A defined set of properties, methods, and collections that form a logical grouping of behaviors and data. Classes are defined by the interfaces that they implement. An interface may be implemented by many different classes.

The system through which users can interact with the computer and the software installed on it. At the same time, this software (programs) communicates via an interface system with the computer’s hardware.

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The common boundary between two substances such as a water and a solid, water and a gas, or two liquids such as water and oil.

The common boundary between two substances such as a water and a solid, water and a gas, or two liquids such as water and oil.

A device that enables one unit to communicate, control or interact with another through a software or direct cable connection.

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