software
software
Definition
soft·ware (-wer′)
noun
- ☆ the programs, routines, etc. for a computer or computer system
- ☆ the program material, as a film on a videocassette, that is used with electronic equipment
software
Telecom Definition
The programs and routines for a computer system. System software includes programs and routines required to run the computer. Application software includes programs that enable users to perform tasks that use computer resources. Synonymous with software program. See also firmware, grayware, hardware, and freeware.
software
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- install: There is no need to install any new software or patches.
- edit: For a DIY site the cost is your time plus any editing software.
- authore: Microsoft bundle web authoring software called FrontPage in with MS Office, which you may already have.
- download: You can also download software to view documents in other formats from this page.
- scan: Before we add any store to our price scanning software we carefully check that is a reliable and safe retailer.
Adjective modifier
- proprietary: On benefits: Interest in Open Source has increased in the light of rising license costs of proprietary software.
- malicious: The intent is to thwart malicious software from gaining a foothold on Windows PCs.
- free: Sudoku Freeware Home - The most diverse Collection of truly free software on the Web.. .
- educational: Educational software has its place, and there needs to be more of it ported for Linux.
Modifies a noun
- package: Students will become familiar with the database software package Microsoft Access.
- developer: The software developer could not be immediately reached for comment.
- engineering: It places the techniques in a formal software engineering context.
- vendor: The less obvious implications include making it easier for application software vendors to lock in their users.
- engineer: She is a software engineer by profession, living in the Silicon Valley.
- tool: We expect our software tools to be marketed at the end of the project.
Noun used with modifier
- anti-virus: News about virus problems can be obtained from the anti-virus software companies.
- antivirus: Connecting to your M Drive via FTP Computer security Antivirus software Windows Update Spyware detection software What services are available?
- computer: Unfortunately we cannot help with the purchase of computer software.
- server: The server software either sits behind an existing web server or includes its own web server in the package.
- PC: Sudoku Works - PC software The ultimate Sudoku puzzle PC shareware program.
Browse dictionary entries near software
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- softening of the brain
