WSF

wsf is an acronym that can refer to several distinct concepts across different domains. The World Social Forum (WSF) is an international gathering that began in 2001 in Porto Alegre, Brazil. It brings together social movements, non-governmental organizations, labor unions, academics, and activists to discuss global justice, democratic participation, and alternatives to neoliberal globalization. The WSF emphasizes open, participatory processes and networking among movements, and it has been held in various cities around the world. It operates as a forum and network rather than a centralized, decision-making body, producing declarations, themes, and collaborative projects rather than binding agreements.

In computing, .wsf is a file extension for Windows Script File, an XML-based container used by Windows Script Host to execute scripts that may include VBScript, JScript, and embedded resources. A WSF file can incorporate multiple script blocks, references to external script files, and additional resources, allowing related scripts and data to reside in a single file for automation tasks on Windows systems. The format provides features such as structured grouping of scripts and parallel or conditional execution within a unified container.

Other uses of the acronym exist in technology and organizational contexts, referring to Web Services Frameworks or project names within specific contexts. Because WSF can denote multiple, unrelated concepts, context is important for determining the intended meaning in any given discussion.