Vector may refer to:
[edit] In mathematics and physics [edit] In computer science - A one-dimensional array
- Vector (C++), a data type in the C++ Standard Template Library
- Vector clock, an algorithm for generating a partial ordering of events in a distributed system and detecting causality violations
- Vector (malware), methods used by computer viruses and malware to propagate themselves
- Distance-vector routing protocol, a class of routing protocols used in packet-switched networks for computer communications
- Dope vector, a data structure used to store information about an array
- Feature vector, in pattern recognition and machine learning, an n-dimensional vector of numerical features that represent some object
- Initialization vector, used in cryptography
- Interrupt vector, the location in memory of an interrupt handling routine
- Vector game, refers to any video game that uses a vector graphics display
- Vector monitor, a display device used for early computers
- Vector processor, a computer processor which works on arrays of several numbers at once
- Vector graphics, images defined by geometric primitives as opposed to bitmaps
- Support vector machine, in machine learning, a supervised learning method used for classification and regression
- Vector space model, an algebraic model for representing objects as vectors of identifiers
- Vector-06C, a computer developed in the USSR
[edit] In biology [edit] In business - Vector Engineering, a company that specializes in the application of civil engineering, hydrogeology, geology, and geotechnical and geological engineering
- Vector Limited, a New Zealand gas and electricity supplier
- Vector Marketing, marketing arm of Alcas Corporation
- Vector Motors, an automobile manufacturer
- Vector M12, a vehicle designed by Vector Motors based on the Lamborghini Diablo
- Vector W2, a concept car created by Vector Motors
- Vector W8, a production car produced by Vector Motors
- Vector WX-3, a prototype automobile created by Vector Motors in 1992
- Vector SRV8, a prototype automobile created by Vector Motors in 1999
- Vector Graphic, an early manufacturer of 8-bit microcomputers
- Vector Group, a publicly traded holding company run by Bennett S. LeBow
- Vector (company), a telecommunications company based in Poland
- Vector Informatik, a software tool and components provider for development of embedded electronics
[edit] In entertainment - Vector (band), a 1980s New Wave rock band
- Vector (Battle Angel Alita), a fictional character in the Battle Angel Alita manga
- Vector (comics), a fictional character in the Marvel Comics Universe
- Vector (game), a 1970 board game
- Vector (journal), the critical journal of the British Science Fiction Association
- Vector (novel), a 1999 novel by Robin Cook
- Vector 13, a comic strip in the 2000 AD anthology
- Vector Lovers, moniker used by British electronic music producer Martin Wheeler
- The Vectors, a Swedish punk band
- Vector Prime, a Star Wars novel written by R. A. Salvatore
- Vector Prime (Transformers), one of the original thirteen Transformers, created by Primus
- Vectorman, a game for Sega Genesis platform
[edit] Fictional characters and elements [edit] Other uses - Lift vector, an upwards force acting on aircraft
- Light verb, or vector, in grammar, a verb participating in complex predication
- The Vector, the student-run newspaper of the New Jersey Institute of Technology
- Parker Vector, the name of a family of pens
- TDI Vector, a prototype .45 ACP submachine gun developed by Transformational Defense Industries
- Thrust vectoring, the ability of an aircraft or other vehicle to direct the thrust from its main engine(s)
- Vector (food), a cereal manufactured by Kellogg's
- Vector (journal), the critical journal of the British Science Fiction Association
- Vector Arena, a 12,000-seat arena for sports and cultural events in Auckland City, New Zealand
- Vectors Journal of Culture and Technology in a Dynamic Vernacular, an online journal
- Vector, the British Army version of the Pinzgauer High Mobility All-Terrain Vehicle
- Vector Map, a vector-based collection of Geographic Information System data about Earth at various levels of detail
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