Collection of related documents that are designed, written, produced and maintained. [ ISO/IEC 9294 ]
Documentation [ ISO/IEC 26514 ]: Information that explains how to use a software product.
Documentation [ IEEE 829 ]:
- A collection of documents on a given subject.
- Any written or pictorial information describing, defining, specifying, reporting, or certifying activities, requirements, procedures, or results.
- The process of generating or revising a document.
- The management of documents, including identification, acquisition, processing, storage, and dissemination.
- Printed manuals, on-screen information, and stand-alone online help. [ ISO/IEC 26514 ]
- Documentation can be provided as separate documentation or as embedded documentation or both. [ ISO/IEC 26514 ]