What is multiprogramming?

Answer by  BigD103 (548)

Multiprogramming is an older term simular to "multi-tasking". Many years ago a computer's resources could only be used to complete one task at a time. Back in the 50's they came out with a multiprogramming computer which could handle multiple tasks concurrently.

Answer by  daly (125)

Computer multiprogramming is the allocation of a computer system. Multiprogramming optimizes use of a computer system. It is a technique used to utilize maximum CPU time by running multiple programs.

Answer by  dbieniek (137)

Multi-programming details the process of writing an application in several different programming languages. This would allow the software developer to integrate components from several different languages into their applications.

Answer by  DreamScaper (354)

Multiprogramming is simply a single computer processor able to run more then 1 program at a time. It's the predecessor to modern computer multi-tasking.

Answer by  murali680 (559)

Multiprogramming is a method to use multi process at a time. It allow to run first program then store it in memory. Then it will allow to run next program.