https://www.webmaster-forums.net/crss/node/1003274 en https://www.webmaster-forums.net/serverside-scripting/sql-basic-stuff#comment-1014436 <p>SQL<br /> Abbreviation of structured query language, and pronounced either see-kwell or as separate letters. SQL is a standardized query language for requesting information from a database.<br /> (Source from webopedia)</p> <p>API<br /> Abbreviation of application program interface, a set of routines,<br /> protocols, and tools for building software applications. A good API makes it easier to develop a program by providing all the building blocks. A programmer puts the blocks together. Most operating environments, such as MS-Windows, provide an API<br /> so that programmers can write applications consistent with the<br /> operating environment. Although APIs are designed for programmers, they are ultimately good for users because they guarantee that all programs using a common API will have similar interfaces. This makes it easier for users to learn new programs.<br /> (Source from webopedia)</p> <p>Hope this helps<br /> Later.</p> Wed, 25 Aug 1999 02:01:00 +0000 elara comment 1014436 at https://www.webmaster-forums.net