TS 4452

TS 4452 is a terminology standard for data processing, bringing together terms and definitions related to operating techniques and facilities. It supports a common vocabulary for concepts used in data processing systems so that technical communication stays consistent across documents, teams, and applications.

What this vocabulary area covers

The focus of this standard is the operational side of a data processing system and the facilities associated with it. In general technical terms, operating techniques relate to how a system is run and managed, while facilities refer to the means that support data processing in practice. Because this is a vocabulary standard, its role is to define and organise terminology rather than to prescribe procedures, performance levels, or compliance tests.

Why terminology matters in data processing

In information processing, closely related subjects such as operation, programming, input and output devices, peripheral units, and data organisation can be difficult to separate without precise definitions. A controlled vocabulary helps distinguish a device type from its function, or a system activity from the equipment that enables it. This improves clarity in manuals, training materials, and technical exchange, especially where multiple disciplines meet around the same system.

This edition is identified as equivalent to ISO 2382-10:1979 and is now withdrawn. As a historical vocabulary document, it reflects an earlier stage in the organisation of information-processing terms and is best understood in that context.

• Terms for operating techniques and facilities used in data processing systems
• Definitions supporting a shared terminology framework
• Vocabulary covering input/output devices, peripheral units, and related concepts
• Consistent naming for data organisation, programming, and operation