An application, in the context of information technology, refers to a software program or set of programs designed to perform specific tasks, functions, or services for users or organizations. Applications can be desktop applications, web applications, mobile applications, or enterprise applications, and they serve various purposes such as productivity, communication, collaboration, entertainment, and business processes. Application security involves protecting applications from security threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and resources.
