Yeah, I was wondering what it was, and it bears no obvious relation to spreadsheets. I'd love to know where the name came from?
(It can't really be criticised for its name though, I can't find anything to link 'excel' to spreadsheets either)
(It can't really be criticised for its name though, I can't find anything to link 'excel' to spreadsheets either)
'continuing or enduring without fundamental or marked change'
google gives a similar
'lasting or intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely.'
Both sites list a bunch of synonyms that are closer to long-lasting and durable, but english is subtle. One can't usually swap in a 'synonym' without changing meaning.