What Is Object Linking And Embedding?
Object linking and embedding is a technology that was developed by Microsoft® with the intention of making user-created documents and systems more modular. In essence, it created a series of functions and methods for using small subprograms inside a larger program in order to allow functions the large program wouldn’t ordinarily have. For instance, with object linking and embedding, it became significantly easier to create a spreadsheet-like table within a standard text document. Without object linking and embedding, many of the common drag-and-drop features in modern programs would not be possible. Previously, many programs were unable to embed information outside of the main program. For instance, a word processor would only allow text and text-based effects. This meant there were no embedded pictures, charts or graphs in a common document.
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