Standard application programming interface for accessing data in both relational and nonrelational database management systems. Using this application programming interface, database applications can access data stored in database management systems on a variety of computers even if each database management system uses a different data storage format and programming interface. Contrast with JDBC . ODI Open Data-Link Interface. See also NIC .
OEMI channel See block multiplexer channel .
Office Document Architecture See ODA . Ohio Academic Resources Network See OARnet . OIM OSI Internet Management. OIR online insertion and removal. Feature that permits the addition, replacement, or removal of cards without interrupting the system power, entering console commands, or causing other software or interfaces to shut down.