Discrete

The word discrete comes from the latin word discretus which means separate. It is used with different meanings in different contexts:

In perception a discrete entity is something that can be perceived individually and not as connected to, or part of something else.
In mathematics a discrete set is a countable or countably infinite, with a cardinality less than or equal to <math>\aleph_0<math> (See Aleph). (Including integers.) Mathematical study of discrete sets is the area of inquiry for discrete mathematics, but also important for combinatorics, probability theory and statistical theory.
In mathematics, a discrete space is a topological space in which all sets are open.
In electrical engineering, discrete means having separate electronic components, such as individual resistors and inductors � the opposite of integrated circuitry.
In audio engineering, discrete means having separate and independent channels of audio, as opposed to matrixed stereo or quadrophonic, or other multi-channel sound.
In reference to signals, dynamic systems, or control theory, discrete often means the same thing as digital.
In music a discrete pitch is one with a steady frequency, rather than an indiscrete gliding, glissando or portamento, pitch.

Discrete is not the same thing as discreet.

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