Pointer

Updated: 09/17/2024 by Computer Hope

A pointer may refer to any of the following:

Four colored map pointers or pins.

1. In general, a pointer is a suggestion, tip, or hint about a particular product or subject.

2. When describing a mouse, see mouse pointer.

3. With text or when describing a pointer shown when ready to type, it's referring to an I-beam pointer.

4. With programming, a pointer commonly refers to a reference made to a memory address of another variable.

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