In DTS terminology, what does "execute" refer to?

In DTS terminology, the term "execute" specifically refers to the action of running a DTS package. This involves initiating the package's tasks, which may include data transformations, validations, and workflows defined within the package. When a DTS package is executed, it processes the data as programmed, applying any specified logic and moving data between different sources and destinations.

In the context of the other options, pausing or aborting a DTS package pertains to controlling its execution flow rather than initiating it, while scheduling involves planning a time for the package to run automatically, not the actual action of running it. Therefore, "execute" is distinctly associated with the active operation of the package.