An executable module is a software program or piece of code that can be executed by a computer system to perform a specific task. It is a self-contained unit that can be deployed independently or as part of a larger system.
Executable modules are usually written in a programming language such as C, C++, Java or Python and are generally used to extend the functionality of existing applications or create new applications. Executable modules may also be distributed as a plug-in for an existing system and are often referred to as “components” or “libraries”.
Executable modules are often used to implement a specific set of features or functionality for a specific application. For example, a web browser may include a module that contains code for rendering HTML and displaying images. The web browser may use the executable module to process and display web pages, while leaving other components of the application untouched.
Executable modules can be written to support multiple platforms, such as Windows, Mac and Linux, thus allowing the same code to run on multiple operating systems. This is made possible through the use of low-level operating system services such as the Win32 API or Mac OS X’s Cocoa.
Executable modules can also be distributed over the web and downloaded from websites, servers or other systems. This allows for updates and bug fixes to be distributed to users through a simple software update, which can often be downloaded and installed automatically.
Executable modules can offer significant advantages over traditional programming because they can be used to extend existing code without rewriting it and because they can be distributed quickly and easily. In addition, executable modules can be developed in a much shorter timeframe, meaning that more features and functionality can be added with less effort.
