<business, networking> (ASP) A service (usually a business)
that provides remote access to an application program across
a network protocol, typically HTTP. A common example is
a website that other websites use for accepting payment by
credit card as part of their online ordering systems.
As this term is complex-sounding but vague, it is widely used
by marketroids who want to avoid being specific and clear at
all costs.
(2001-03-26)
Nearby terms:
Applications Development Manager « application server « Application Service Element « application service provider » applications language » application software » Application Software Installation Server