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    Software (en. Software)

    ˈsɔːftwɛr

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A set of instructions and rules that allows a computer to perform tasks.
    Video editing software makes it easier to create movies.
    El software de edición de video facilita la creación de películas.
    Programs designed to perform specific functions on a computer system.
    Antivirus software protects the equipment against malware.
    El software antivirus protege el equipo contra malware.
    The operating system and all applications installed on a device.
    The software on my computer needs to be updated.
    El software de mi computadora necesita ser actualizado.

    Etymology

    The word 'software' comes from English and is composed of 'soft' (soft) and 'ware' (goods or merchandise).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    free software
    Software that can be used, modified, and distributed freely.
    software libre
    open-source software
    Software whose source code is available to be studied, modified, and improved by anyone.
    software de código abierto
    management software
    Programs designed to help businesses manage their resources.
    software de gestión

    Related Words

    hardware
    A set of physical components that make up a computer.
    hardware
    firmware
    Software that is permanently recorded on a hardware device.
    firmware
    application
    Software program designed to perform specific tasks for the user.
    aplicación

    Slang Meanings

    Applications that are used constantly and feel addictive.
    That social network is addictive software.
    Esa red social es un software adictivo.
    Programs that have inefficient operation or bugs.
    That software is very buggy.
    Ese software es muy buggy.