Definition of a FAQ

FAQ

noun

acronym for "frequently asked question(s)". Used frequently in computing.
As part of the documentation work for the next version, we need to update the FAQ list.
- See more words with the same meaning: Internet, texting, SMS, email, chat acronyms (list of).
- See more words with the same meaning: computer slang.
Last edited on Nov 08 2011. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Aug 11 2009.
a compiled list of frequently asked questions along with their answers. Prior to the existence of the world-wide web, these would often be posted periodically to discussion lists.
As part of the documentation work for the next version, we need to update the FAQ.
- See more words with the same meaning: Internet, texting, SMS, email, chat acronyms (list of).
- See more words with the same meaning: computer slang.
Last edited on Nov 08 2011. Submitted by WalterGR (via TheJargonFile) on Aug 14 2009.
acronym for "facts and questions".
Last edited on Jan 22 2016. Submitted by Anonymous on Jan 22 2016.

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