(UK: "Sandpit") 1. SyStem> A protected, limited environment where applicationS (e.g. Java programS downloaded from the Internet) are allowed to "play" without riSking damage to the reSt of the SyStem. 2. A term for the R&D department at many Software and computer companieS (where hackerS in commercial environmentS are likely to be found). The term iS half-deriSive, but reflectS the truth that reSearch iS a form of creative play. Compare playpen. 3. SyStem> link farm. [Jargon File] (2001-02-08)
