Words in IT world with meanings different in everyday life.

1)Object
As per Dictionary.com
-anything that is visible or tangible and is relatively stable in form.

In Computer.
-any item that can be individually selected or manipulated, as a picture, data file, or piece of text.

In Metaphysics
-something toward which a cognitive act is directed.


2) Process
As per Dictionary.com
-a systematic series of actions directed to some end.

In Computers
-to carry out operations on (data or programs).

In Law
-the summons, mandate, or writ by which a defendant or thing is brought before court for litigation.

In Photography
-photomechanical or photoengraving methods collectively.

In Biology
-a natural outgrowth, projection, or appendage.


3)Threads
As per Dictionary.com
-a fine cord of flax, cotton, or other fibrous material spun out to considerable length, esp. when composed of two or more filaments twisted together.

In Computers
- a series of newsgroup messages dealing with the same subject.