Merging, i.e. combining data contained in ordered sequence on at least two record carriers to produce a single carrier or set of carriers having all the original data in the ordered sequence

Full Title

Methods or arrangements for processing data by operating upon the order or content of the data handled > Arrangements for sorting or merging computer data on continuous record carriers, e.g. tape, drum, disc > Merging, i.e. combining data contained in ordered sequence on at least two record carriers to produce a single carrier or set of carriers having all the original data in the ordered sequence

Classification Context

Section:

PHYSICS

Class:

COMPUTING OR CALCULATING; COUNTING

Subclass:

ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING