batch processing
batch processing
| Noun | 1. |  batch processing - the serial execution of computer programs |
batch processing
batch processing
batch processing
[′bach ‚präs·es·iŋ]batch processing
(programming)A batch system typically takes its commands from a disk file(or a set of punched cards or magnetic tape in the olddays) and returns the results to a file (or prints them).Often there is a queue of jobs which the system processes asresources become available.
Since the advent of the personal computer, the term "batch"has come to mean automating frequently performed tasks thatwould otherwise be done interactively by storing thosecommands in a "batch file" or "script". Usually this fileis read by some kind of command interpreter but batchprocessing is sometimes used with GUI-based applications thatdefine script equivalents for menu selections and other mouseactions. Such a recorded sequence of GUI actions is sometimescalled a "macro". This may only exist in memory and may notbe saved to disk whereas a batch normally implies somethingstored on disk.
batch processing
(1) Processing a group of files or databases from start to completion rather than having the user open, edit and save each of them one at a time. For example, a graphics conversion utility can change a selected group of images from one format to another (see DeBabelizer).(2) Processing a group of transactions at one time. Transactions are collected and processed against the master files (master files updated) at the end of the day or some other time period. Contrast with transaction processing.
Batch and Transaction Processing
Information systems typically use both batch and transaction processing methods. For example, in an order processing system, "transaction processing" is the continuous updating of the customer and inventory files as orders are entered. At the end of the month, statements are printed (batch processed) and mailed to customers.
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batch processing
batch processing
ChemistryThe analysis of clinical specimens in a grouped “run”, which contrasts with the more labour-intensive testing of individual specimens.
Microbiology
The induction of bacterial growth in a closed-system bioreactor with a specific amount of nutrients; once nutrients are consumed, the system is drained of product and bacteria and a new “batch” of bacteria and nutrients are placed in the system.
Batch Processing
Batch Processing
batch processing
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noun the serial execution of computer programs
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