ICE

ICE definition - computer

(1) (Information and Content Exchange) A data sharing specification that allows one Web site to obtain data from another Web site. Using meta tags, ICE provides a standard way of defining a company's data. ICE is based on XML and OPS. See XML, OPS and meta tag.

(2) (In-Circuit Emulator) A chip used for testing and debugging logic circuits typically in embedded systems. The chip emulates a particular microprocessor and contains breakpoints and other debugging functions. See ROM emulator.

(3) (In Case of Emergency) A cellphone entry stored under the name of "ICE" that contains an emergency contact number and other medical information. It was recommended by a British paramedic, and a campaign for public awareness was launched in the U.K. in 2005.

(4) (Ice) A Lotus 1-2-3 add-on from Baler Software Corporation, Rolling Meadows, IL, that added extensions to Lotus macros.



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