The programs or sets of instructions describing the tasks to be performed by a computer including the one inside digital keyboards, efx processors, etc.
A computer program. Loosely defined, it's made up of a set of instructions, also called "computer code," to be used on your hardware. There is "system software" that operates the machine itself (such as the Windows and MacOS operating systems), and there is "application software" for specific uses, or applications, such as word processing, playing games, or managing your money.
the programs that are used by computers. Software is to a computer what a compact disc is to a compact disc player.
Remotes that include configuration software can be programmed or have their settings backed up from a personal computer. Some remotes actually require a computer for configuration, while others can only have their full potential realized through PC-aided setup. Many software packages allow you to share configurations or infrared codes between users or through the Internet. See also: files, PC interface, memory.
Level: Component The 'software' component refers to a digital, programmed part of an occurrence. Computer instructions or data. Software is often divided into two categories: Systems software: Includes the operating system and all the utilities that enable the computer to function. Applications software: Includes programs that do real work for users. For example, word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems fall under the category of applications software
programs used for problem solving or that direct the operations of the computer
A general term for computer program or programs.
Usually refers to computer programs.
A generic term for computer programs. A program is a series of instructions used to manipulate data or to control the workings of a computer system. The former type is often called applications software, while the latter is called operating systems software. A word processor is an example of applications software; Windows, Linux, UNIX and Mac OS are examples of an operating system.
Program material for computers; instructions to the CPU to tell it what to do with the data it receives. Software programs are usually stored on disks until needed. Sometimes a disk, with its program, is called software. (Kybdy, Gr. 1; Terms, Gr. 1-3)
The programs in a computerized data processing system.
Describes utilities which are written programs which issue instructions to the computer system. This is distinct from HARDWARE which is the actual device - such as a monitor or a chip.
A general term which refers to applications such as Microsoft Word.
a set of binary instructions that allows a user to control a computer or network device.
A computer term that describes the system design and programming that the computer's effective use requires.
A set of instructions or programming code that is written to instruct a computer to do a certain task or function.
Programming that determines the characteristics and features of the terminal.
n.: Formal evening attire for female computer analysts.
Encompasses the instructions used to run a computer (i.e., programs), the media on which the instructions are stored (e.g., disks), and the documentation required to effectively use the program (i.e., computer manuals)
Programs stored as files.
Programs (or programs) containing instructions that control computer hardware.
programs that perform certain functions when executed in appropr iate hardware
The programming part of a computer system.
Programs such as Microsoft Internet ExplorerTM that can be used on Computers. Antonym : Hardware
computer programs for performing operations, often these are loaded onto disk or CD-ROM.
The programs and instructions which direct a computer.
Generic term for any computer program or file. Instructions that make the computer work.
Written instructions for a computer.
The instructions the CPU uses to perform tasks. Stored on disks or chips (EPROMS).
Refers to intangible programs, or sequences of instructions, that are executed by hardware.
The programs used to direct the functions of a computer system. (Contrast with hardware; related to program.)
Programs, routines and procedures and the associated documentation which can be implemented on a computer system.
The programs, procedures, and rules used to operate a computer.
The programs that run your computer. Includes Operating System, and Drivers, and other parts that tell your computer and peripherals how to behave.
Programs used on a computer S-VHS/S-VHS-C Super VHS is a high-band version of standard VHS and VHS C (C stands for compact).
(1) Any of the routines, programs and instructions required to use computers. (2) A written statement of the procedures to be used and the format of the data at every step.
Program which controls the TV functions.
Programs executed by the system to perform a chosen or required function. Compare hardware.
(2005-09-23) Chris Limb A set of recorded instructions that tell a computers's hardware what to do and facilitate human interaction with the computer.
program that acts as a set of instructions telling the mechanical components of a computer how to work.
The code executed by a computer, as opposed to the physical device which they run on.
Universe minus hardware and firmware.
Digital information that makes a computer perform various tasks.
An application or program designed to run on a computer with the aid of an operating system and accomplish a specific set of tasks.
Programs, procedures and data associated with the operation of a computer system. Complementary term: hardware.
instructions or programs for computer hardware.
The data, programs and applications that a computer uses to work.
A string of instructions that, when executed, direct the computer to perform certain functions.
Digital instructions in the form of programs, applications, drivers etc that a data-processing system (computer) uses to make it's hardware work.
The programs which put computer hardware to work. A program is a long list of instructions to a computer's CPU and/or other subsystems.
Coded instructions that tell a computer what to do.
The Calnique(tm) Custom Calendar program.
any program that you can install.
The programs, routines, or instructions written in a computer language that instruct the computer to perform one or more tasks.
Instructions for the computer. A series of instructions that performs a particular task is called a "program".
a lightning-quick point and figure charting program
a must and familiar with control system design and programming is an added advantage
an application if and only if it is not a part of the infrastructure layer
an intermediate medium between computer hardware and data
a powerful and sophisticated program for monitoring physical activity
a program for conducting traffic safety studies on major highways and local roads
a small company that specializes in programs for Windows
a tool that can single handedly perform the tasks of scores of specialists in a short span of time and thereby enable us to save in terms of money and man hours
a Troy, Michigan USA based company that provides computer aided engineering solutions for the design and development community
any program/application that helps operate the computer or accomplish certain tasks.
Programs that contain machine-readable instructions, as opposed to hard-ware, which is the actual physical components of a computer.
Instructions or data that can be stored digitally.
The programmes that run the computer or run on the computer.
Instructions that direct the functions of a computer system.
The generic term for any program or programs.
The entire set of programs, procedures, and related documentation associated with a computer.
A program (as opposed to a computer (hardware)).
programs that tell a computer how to perform a certain task.
The programs that enable the computer to perform its tasks
The programs running or stored on a computer.
Programs that run on a computer such as games or office packages
The programs that can be used in a particular computer.
The programs, such as word processing, database, spreadsheet, that “run” on computer hardware.
Programs that direct the operations of a computer.
Programs, procedures, algorithms (set of rules), and their associated documentation for a computer system.
A computer programme written in a high or low level language.
An application installed on your computer designed to perform a function.
Any program or group of programs which tells the hardware how it should perform, including operating systems, word processors and applications programs
set(s) of instructions, also called program(s), that control the use of a computer
noun the programs, routines etc for a computer, not the hardware
The programs written for computers or the media texts that can be played on them.
When used in relation to telephone service, this is the programming needed to give a telephone specific features, such as transfer, conferencing, etc. Also known as "feature programming".
Programs/code that manipulate the hardware in a computer system
A file containing instructions that tell the computer what to do.
This is the programs running on a computer. Without it, your computer (the hardware) would just be an object d'art
A set of programs, procedures or related documentation associated with a system; materials for use with audiovisual equipment; programs in contrast to equipment.
A collection of files that allow a computer to perform certain tasks.
Anything that isn't Hardware (see also Firmware)
The programs that run on your computer.()
Programs written for your computer that teach it how to perform different tasks
The entire set of programs, procedures, or instructions that enables a computer to do useful work.
The computer programs that drive the hardware component of a data processing system; includes system monitoring programs, programming language processors, data handling utilities, and data analysis programs.
The non hardware part of a computer, handheld or smartphone consisting of text-based instructions used to operate these devices. Includes applications that are added to, or included on, the device, as well as the operating system built into a device.
popupid: software](Engine) A 3D rendering mode used in the Half-Life engine. This particular mode is entierly dependant on the CPU to perform 3D rendering calculations. This means it does not benefit from the extra hardware resources a dedicated card can provide, which makes it much slower with minimal features. Compare: OpenGL. Compare: Direct3D.
Programmed instructions a computer executes in order to perform a task or set of tasks. Applications like Microsoft Word or operating systems like Mac OS X are examples of software.
A general term for computer programs of all kinds, including the Operating System and individual application programs such as word-processors and games. In contrast to a computer's hardware, which is relatively fixed, software is easily modified or replaced to change a computer's performance or function.
Any set of codes that work in conjunction with a computer's operating system (another form of software) and allow people to do useful things with computers, such as write, manipulate numbers, or communicate on the Internet.
Software is a general term for the various kinds of programs used to operate computers and related devices. (The term hardware describes the physical aspects of computers and related devices.)
are programs or series of instructions that tells the computer how to do certain things. Examples of software are games, the operating system, word processing and spreadsheet packages.
General expression used to describe a collection of instructions enabling a computer to solve one or several tasks. Instructions for a computer, organized into sets called programs.
The programs that enable the computer to carry out functions, such as word processing or sending e-mail.
Anything that can be stored electronically is software. Software exists as ideas, concepts, and symbols, and is often divided into two categories: Systems Software - This includes the operating system and all the utilities that enable the computer to function. Applications Software - Includes programs that do real work for users, e.g. word processors, spreadsheets and database management systems fall under this category.
Programs and code that control hardware.
The instructions, also called computer programs, that are used to tell a computer what it should do.
A term that describes the page layout, illustration and image editing tools that are used in desktop publishing. The term software is synonymous with the terms "program" and "application." The slang term "code" also refers to software.
A term meaning computer programs and data.
Very few modern systems are just hardware without any software components.
Programming and programming materials such as films, videotapes and slides.
The name for the code that runs on computer hardware.
computer programs and applications, such as word processing or database packages, that can be run on a particular computer system (often used before a noun)
Instructions and programs that tell the computer what to do. Contrast with hardware.
Computer programs that have been designed for a specific use
Computer programs that are necessary for all computer operations.
Programs and data that you store, electronically, on your computer. Software is not something you can touch, but you need hardware (e.g. a PC, a keyboard, the disk used to transfer the software to your computer), in order to use it. Microsoft Excel is an example of software you can store on your computer.
Computer programs and routines that facilitate the programming and operation of a computer.
A set of instructions in a disk file which directs a computer to perform a specific set of functions. A program.
Software refers to information stored on a disk, or disks, or CDs, which is then able to be viewed on the monitor (screen), to perform certain functions, (after it is installed into the CPU's memory). Software is used for the operation of anything. Games, word processors, modem-connection, spreadsheets, etc.. there are thousands of different software and applications.
A program comprising a set of instructions that tell your hardware, or computer, what to do. Software can be used to write letters, play games, browse the internet etc. without software, a computer would do nothing useful at all.
Software is a set of computer instructions or data stored in an electronic format.
Means computer software or programs that run on computers.
Refers to media that you use to run your computer. Example: 32 floppy disks that contain the WordPerfect word processing program.
Digital data and commands that tell a computer what functions to do, often stored on a floppy disc called a program disc.
Tapes, discs, or other data mediums containing programs, routines, codes, etc. for use with computers.
is the information that makes your computer do things. It consists of the operating system, the Mac OS, and application software. Usually, you get software either on floppy disk or on CD-ROM.
A computer program that runs on your computer to provide a function or service.
Computer programmes, instructions or data that tell a computer what to do and can be stored electronically.
A computer program and related documentation. It directs the operation of a computer and peripherals for specific purposes. Commercial programs are often called this. See data transfer, device driver, document, interface, module, multitasking, OCR, OEM, OLE, pick list, port, RAM, ROM, SQL query tool. Compare firmware, hardware, OS.
Programs, procedures, and related documentation related to a system, computer programs.
Computer programs (note the US spelling). Component of information systems comprising instructions for hardware. Sometimes this is understood to refer to the programs and the physical media on which they are supplied.
Computer software; programs or instructions that tell the computer what to do.
The non-physical portion of the computer; the part that exists only as data; the programs. Another term meaning much the same is "code".
The set or sets of programs that instruct the computer hardware to perform a task or series of tasks, for example, Solaris software and the system software.
The bits of a computer that you can't see or touch, but whose presence is apparent because it enables the computer to do things. In other words - the software is the computer programs.
The opposite of hardware, software generally refers to computer programs and applications. Microsoft Windows is an example of software.
List of instructions that are understood by a computer and used to do a specific task. Software is written in a human understandable language, and is then transformed into a form that is understandable by the computer. This form is called executable code.
The collection of applications that can be executed on a computer. These applications can be grouped into the following broad categories: word processors, spreadsheets, database managers, graphics, statistical packages, operating systems, programming languages, communications, multimedia, etc.
Operating Instructions for specific task based applications. These instructions are carried out by the computers processors. These include all packaged for use like image editing, word processing, databases, CAD, CAM, games, and so on. Software has to be written for a specific Computer OS.
Computer programs that perform various tasks. Word processing programs (like WordPerfect or Microsoft Word), spreadsheet programs (like Lotus or Excel), or database programs (like dBase III+, Foxbase, or FileMaker) are all software.
Any set of instructions that allows a computer to perform a specialized task; a program.
A code that runs on a computer, and makes the computer a useful tool. An operating system is the most frequently used tool on a computer. Think Windows and Mac OS if you’re a proprietary meanie, and Linux if you’re a FLOSS geek.
The programs that tell your computer how to carry out the commands you give it. The programs may be for word processing, art, music, games, education, or many other things.
The programs which enable computers to operate; instructions to a computer. Software can generally be classified according to the following different types: operating systems, applications, utilities (editors, diagnostics, file management), user interface, program generators, system services (database management, translators), videotex systems, coding and programming languages, system analysis (CASE), local and wide area networking, training and learning (CBL), testing and assessment, games and leisure applications.
computer programs/applications, i.e. wordprocessors, spreadsheets, database managers, statistical analysis packages, programming languages, graphics/CAD/GIS packages.
A set of instructions to the computer to perform a specific task or function. Also called a program.
Computer programs used to create management and engineering information, etc.
Software is a computer program in source or compiled form which may be available for installation non-transiently on another machine.
Data, instructions or programs that can be stored electronically;here are two categories of software: systems software (the operating system and the utilities that the computer needs to function) applications software (the programs - word processors, spreadsheets, etc).
A specific set of instructions that allows a user to accomplish certain tasks. In contrast to hardware, software is the part of a computer that is not tangible.
The programs and data that make computer hardware function.
CPU instructions (both assembler and high level languages like C) and data. Mostly interchangable with Program.
Software is a program used to operate your computer or carry out a task. It is usually referred to as application software (programs that you use to do specific things) and systems software (programs that run the operating system). Popular application software includes Microsoft Word, Netscape Navigator and Outlook.
A computer program that is made up of certain instructions or codes that tell your hardware, or computer, what to do. Software can be used to play games, write school papers, or even sort your email.
Software can refer to computer instructions, also called programs or applications, or data that is stored electronically.
Programs that allow a computer to perform necessary work.
Software is a portable medium that you can install on your machine. Software is transported by floppy disk, compact disk and is downloadable from the Internet. Once installed, the program will typically run independently of the disk or CD.
Coded programs for computers or consoles created by developers.
The stuff it takes to make the computer hardware do anything. Programmers sit in their offices for hours-on-end designing new software so that your computer can do things like create letters, print reports, calculate complicated sums, and get up and fly around the room. Software may reside on things called hard drives, floppy disks, CD-ROMs, drive packs, or some other type of media, or it may be swarming around in a programmer's brain until it is set free.
The place where media messages are stored. Intended for use with hardware. Software can take the form of computer diskettes, videocassettes, film, audiocassettes, etc.
computer programs, stored as magnetic or electric fields, they have no physical existence
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Synonymous with programme. Software is a general term for all types of computer programs and their associated documentation.
Computer instructions stored electronically. A series of instructions that does a particular task is called a program. System software is an operating system such as Windows. Application software is any program that processes data such as a spreadsheet. In operation, a computer is both hardware and software.
Coded instructions that direct the operation of a computer. A set of such instructions for accomplishing a particular task is referred to as a program. See also firmware.
The instructions for the computer which are stored on a disk. These disks must be loaded onto the hard drive of the computer so that the computer will know what to do. Some software applications are already loaded onto the computer when you purchase it.
Computer programs that provide instructions for the CPU. Includes applications and operating systems.
and program - any form of codified information, usually in the form of a set of instructions, which enables a computer to manipulate data/information. Software may be in the form of a program written in a human readable computer language such as Cobol, C or Java, or in a machine readable form generated (compiled) from the human readable form.
A computer program that tells a computer's hardware what to do.
Computer programs, procedures, rules, and possible associated documentation and data pertaining to the operation of a computer system.
The part of a computer system which is not tangible; that is, the programs of information that are processed by a computer or stored in memory. Commercially available software is usually sold in the form of a program or programs stored on a disk.
Programs that contain computer operation instructions; there are two types of software; applications and system.
All non-hardware elements of a computer-based system, including written computer programs, flow charts, and other items related to information systems.
are the intangible, non-physical items making up a computer system. It usually refers to the Programs executed on a computer.
Software is the name given to programs that are installed on your computer. Software contains instructions that tell your computer how to work. Also see hardware.
Computer instructions, applications or data. Anything that can be stored electronically is software. The storage and display devices are hardware.
The programs that you load on a computer; eg word processor, games and drawing packages. If your computer hardware is like a stereo, the software is like the music you play on the stereo.
Computer applications that control how hardware functions and direct its operation. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerGrade are types of software.
Programs needed to operate a computer. There are two major types of software: system and application. System software consists of programs to control the operations of computer equipment, including how to perform the functions of loading, storing, and executing an application. For a computer to operate, an operating system must be stored in the computer's main memory. Application software consists of programs that tell a computer how to produce information; this includes software for word processing, spreadsheets, and graphics.
The term “Software” shall mean the Coding developed by Web4minds and the executable code for computer software developed by Web4minds in connection with the Customer Web Site.
(ANSI) Programs, procedures, rules, and any associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a system. Contrast with hardware. See: application software, operating system, system software, utility software.
A computer program with instructions that enable the computer hardware to work. System software — such as Windows or MacOS — operate the machine itself, and applications software — such as spreadsheet or word processing programs — provide specific functionality.
applications: Hardware is the stuff you can touch. Software is the invisible stuff, the programming, the energy coursing through the chips that makes the computer work. Software includes the applications, the documents and the operating system, in memory or stored on a disk or drive.
This is program, the actual code the computer reads. All other stuff is hardware. A floppy disc is hardware.
Synonym for computer program. See also: Application.
Instructions to the computer in a computer language. Program.
Binary information the computer understands to perform certain tasks.
The programs residing on disk, tape or other storage media used by the computer to accomplish its tasks.
Software is the general term for the different types of programs used to operate computers. There are two types of software, the first is application software which are programs that you use to do specific things and the second is system software which run the operating system.
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Computer programs which enable the computer to do things or give you information. Written in or converted to a language the computer can speak. The software is intellectual property which you have restricted rights to use. If you or your staff abuse these rights (e.g. by unauthorised copying), it is treated as theft.
Programs and supporting documentation that enable and facilitate use of the computer. Software controls the operation of the hardware.
Programming tools such as languages, assemblers, and compilers; control programs such as operating systems; or application programs such as electronic spreadsheets and word processors. Software instructs the computer to perform tasks. (7/96)
The programs that run on computers such as the operating system and applications. Anything that can be stored electronically is software. The storage devices and display devices are hardware.
Any computer software and/or implementation tools made available by Covisint (including Third Party Software and Client-Side Software) as part of the Exchange or the Services.
The phrase used to describe all elements and components of a computer that can not be physically touched. The programs that run on the hardware in the environment created by the operating system installed on the computer.
These are the programs and are usually stored on a piece of hardware such as a CD-ROM or floppy disk. An example piece of software is Microsoft Word.
The programs that control computer operations.
license A document that verifies a person has permission to use a software program.
Generally, programs loaded into a computer from external mass storage but also extended to include operating systems and documentation.
The programs, routines, and symbolic languages that control the functioning of the hardware and direct its operation. Source: Dictionary.com
a program or set of instructions that controls the operation of a computer. Distinguished from the actual hardware of the computer.
Computer programs that make computers usable as something other than a paperweight. Also See: Hardware
A collective term for all of the programs used to operate computers and their devices. Return to . Sound Card – A sound card is a piece of hardware inside you computer which contains the equipment to digitize a sound, translating it into something the computer can read. Many PCs include a sound card. Return to . Start menu – A common button in all Windows operating systems. The start menu contains links to all programs and settings on your PC. Return to .
Programs, languages, or routines that control the operations of a computer. Often stored on disks or loaded into the computer's hard drive. Close Window
The applications that run on a computer.
Computer programs that enable the user to perform specific tasks.
the abstract parts of a computer system, the programs that make it actually accomplish anything.
Software are the programs (also sometimes called applications) which run on your computer. They are found on your desktop and also in the menus. Software is like the videos you play on your VCR. You have complete control of how they run, when they play and stop, etc. You can also have more than one piece of software running at a time. Some examples of software that might be on your computer, or may be used on your computer, are Microsoft Word, Excel, and any computer game.
Coded instructions that "tell" computer hardware what operations to perform. Also called programs or applications.
(computer) - machine processable instructions for operating a specific computer. There are two aspects to computer software: "system software" which is concerned with the basic operational needs required to operate computer hardware (i.e., operating systems, communication utilities, performance monitors, editors, compilers, etc.), and; "application software" which is concerned with having the computer perform specialized tasks to assist users in their work effort.
A set of computer programs, procedures, and associated documentation concerned with the operation of a data processing system; e.g., compilers, library routines, manuals, and circuit diagrams. Information (generally copyrightable) that may provide instructions for computers; data for documentation; and voice, video, and music for entertainment or education.
Intellectual creation comprising the programs, procedures, rules and any associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a data processing system. (ISO 9000-3: 1991, 3.1)
The term for all computer programmes. Differenty programmes allow you to use your computer in different ways i.e word processing, spreadsheets, design, presentations etc
A program that tells computers how to do specific things.
Operating instructions for specific task based applications. These instructions are carried out by the computer's processors. Theses include all packaged for use like image editing, word-processing, databases, games and so on. Software has to be written for a specific computer operating system.
the computer programs that tell the computer what to do. Software can be divided into two groups, operating system software and application software.
A set of instructions to make hardware perform some task. Operating systems, scripts, applications are all forms of software.
A term used to describe computer programs or program instructions.
Not exactly your favorite soft T-shirt that you love to wear! This is a set of instructions that your computer receives to perform a specific function. This software is usually kept on floppy disks or CD ROMs. They allow you to load the necessary information onto your computer that allows you to use these instructions, called programs, whenever you use your computer. Some software programs require the use of disks when used to access large amounts of data that you may not want to permanently store on your hard disk. You are not allowed to copy and share your software disks because of copyright laws
The set of instructions that makes computer hardware perform tasks. Programs, operating systems, device drivers, and macros are all software. Source: Microsoft's New Computer Users Glossary
Operating instructions for specific task based applications. The computer's processor carries out these instructions. Software has to be written for a specific computer Operating System (OS). Canon PowerShot digital cameras boast the most user-friendly, and advanced digital camera software bundles to date.
A computer program. Software tells the computer how to do specific things.
A program / application that runs on your computer. PowerPoint is a piece of software
Instructions for a computer. System software is made up of control programs. Application software is any program that processes data for the user (spreadsheet, wordprocessor, payroll, etc.).
The instructions or programs executed by a computer – such as word processing or e-mail packages – as opposed to the physical device on which they run (the 'hardware').
Software is the program that the user or the computer itself executes to perform tasks. The software uses the hardware and user input to provide output or perform the tasks requested by the user or required to keep the system functioning.
The instructions, programs, that enables our computers to (sometimes) do what we want them to do.
Computer programs (code), procedures, documentation, and data pertaining to the operation of a computer system. Compare to Hardware.
Computer programs; also called “applications.
Software refers to one or more computer programs held in the storage of a computer for some purpose. Program software performs the function of the program it implements, either by directly providing instructions to the computer hardware or by serving as input to another piece of software.
A generic term for computer programs, including systems programs which operate the computer itself, and applications programs which control the particular task at hand.
Computer programs; groups of instructions in a form that can be followed by a computer.
The programs, routines, and symbolic languages that control the functioning of the hardware and direct its operation. Written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory.
A Program or set of programs that tells a computer system what to do; also referred to as applications software.
A computer program or group of programs. You can break down software into two basic kinds: systems software, such as operating systems (that would be Microsoft® Windows® XP Pro), and applications software, such as word processing and database programs (and that would be Microsoft® Word and Excel).
Groups of instruction codes that tell a computer how to function. Operating systems are software, as are applications.
Computer programs, instructions, languages and operating systems.
The programs that run a computer. As opposed to hardware, which is the computer itself.
All programs, data, files, and other information stored on or run on a computer, including the operating system itself (Windows, DOS, Unix). All documents and other files you create are software.
A computer cannot operate without software. It is software that runs on computers and `tells' them what to do. There are millions of software titles available for work-related, educational and entertainment uses.
Any program used by the computer to perform a given function.
A series of instructions loaded in the computer= s memory that instructs the computer in how to accomplish a problem or task.
Computer algorithms (programs) that are written in a computer language that make the computer (hardware) perform work (write to the screen, print, sort, etc…).
Computer programs or design cards.
A set of instructions that tell a computer what to do. Software, also known as a program, will generally contain a list of variables, representing numbers, text or graphics, and a series of statements, which tell the computer how to process those variables. There are two basic software categories - system software, and application software. Software is usually stored on a storage device such as a hard drive until needed by the computer. Then parts of a particular program are loaded into the system's memory.
program for a computer, together with the data upon which the program operates. See also algorithm, hardware.
A set of instructions that make computers hardware perform tasks. Operating systems, programs, device drivers, and applications are all software.
The intellectual product consisting of information on a support medium. A computer program is an example of software.
Anything that is physical and tangible--your monitor printer any disk drives mouse and even the chips inside the computer itself--is hardware. Anything you can't touch--all of the operations, programs, and files on your computer--is software.
Instructions for a computer. Software tells the hardware what to do.
Software programs are designed to perform specific types of tasks. For example, Microsoft Word is a word processing program used to write papers. Microsoft PowerPoint is used to create presentations with graphs, charts, and text. Only certain types of software programs can be used (compatibility) with your operating system.
Software is all of the components of code that allow the computer to perform tasks and give the user an interface to manipulate the processed data. It is usually distributed through CD-ROMs and floppy disks, and is installed to a hard drive. See software.
Software is the general term for IT programs that make PCs and other electronic devices function. RTX offers software consultancy and software product development.
A computer program or set of instructions that tells a computers hardware how to work. See also: Operating System.
All computer programs are software. NB Software is an uncountable noun. We say "Two pieces of software" NOT "Two softwares"
Computer-related items that you cannot touch, such as programs, files, etc. Software is usually stored on HARDWARE, such as CDs.
Computer programs, the programs and instructions required to operate a computer as opposed to hardware which refers to the machine itself.
A program that can be run and stored on a computer for specific uses, including communications, data processing, entertainment, and management tools.
programs that allow your computer to complete various tasks must be installed on your computer can always upgrade, re-install, or un-install later
Written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory. Okay, so its a program usually stuck onto your hard drive.
Sometimes software means programs, or lists of instructions for a computer. On the other hand, it is sometimes used to mean anything that is stored in the memory of a computer because the information in the memory is "soft", or easily changed. It is a play on the word " hardware" but is not the same as hardware. A disk is hardware; the information on the disk is software.
A computer program or group of computer programs designed to work together.
Any instructions that tell your computer (the hardware) what to do. There are two types of software: operating system software and application software. Operating system software (such as DOS) gets your computer up and running. Application software enables you to do something useful, such as type a letter or chase lemmings.
Programs and applications to be used on a computer.
Programs that tell a computer what to do.
A single or suite of computer programs commonly named and run on a computer. Sometimes known as a software application or just application. Running software applications is nothing more than the process of a computer user using their software application(s).
The non-physical parts of a computer system that includes computer programs such as the operating system, high level languages, applications program etc.
Anything that can be stored electronically. Usually refers to programs that run on your computer. Unlike hardware, you cannot physically touch software -- though you can touch the CD-ROM it may come on.
All programs stored on a hard disk, such as Word XP, Internet Explorer, or FirstClass.
A program designed to run on your computer to perform a certain task.
Operating instructions for specific task based applications. The computer's processors carry out these instructions. These include all programs packaged for use like image editing, word processing, databases, CAD, CAM, games, and so on. Software has to be written for a specific Computer OS.
Programs that run on a computer. Word-processing software includes programs that enable writers to compose, edit, store, and print material. Professional quality software packages incorporate such amenities as databases that can feed the results of research electronically into the final manuscript, alphabetization and indexing functions, and capabilities for constructing tables and charts and adding graphics to the body of the manuscript. Software should be appropriate to both the demands of the work at hand and the requirements of the publisher (which may contract for a manuscript suitable for on-disk editing and electronic design, composition, and typesetting).
Anything that can be stored electronically, such as computer files or programs.
The suite of programs that enables a computer system to process data, including both the operating system and a variety of application programs.
The programs contained on discs that tell the computer what to do.
The programs that run on computer hardware. This can include operating systems, office suites, games, and Web browsers. Software runs on hardware.
System software is the operating system and utilities programs that control a computer system. Application software are programs that enable users to process data.
Programs that tell computers how to perform certain functions.
Computer programs in machine readable form.
Computer programs (sets of instructions) stored on disk, tape or cartridge that can be loaded into random access memory (RAM). Software, in essence, tells the computer what to do.
Electronically stored information that instructs the computer how to behave. Software is often divided into two categories: systems software: includes the operating system and all the utilities that perform basic tasks that enable the computer to function. These often run in the background. applications software: includes programs that give the computer specific commands, often as directed by the end-user. For example, word processing, computer games and music programs, such as iTunes, fall under the category of applications software. Some applications have become integrated into the operating system, e.g. the Internet Explorer browser and Windows. The storage devices (e.g. hard drive) and display devices (e.g. monitor) are hardware.
Any program written for a computer.
Broad term that encompasses applications and programs. Software generally refers to anything that has been coded or written to run on a computer.
Software are the programs accessible to a user on a particular computer system.
System, utility, or application programs expressing in a computer readable language. Application programs are designed to help you perform tasks such as analyzing stock data, writing a report, or creating a presentation. System or utility programs help you control and maintain your computer.
Programs that allow a user to complete tasks with computers, such as word processing and graphics programs. Compare to application.
Coded instructions (programs) that make a computer do useful work.
Computer programs, procedures, rules, and possibly documentation and data pertaining to the operation of the computer system.
the name given to programs or sets of programs that tell the computer what to do
Hardware is your computer itself: the machine and its parts. Software is what you use with your machine to make it fun and interesting. There are many different kinds of software, some of which are for work, some for play, some for kids, and others for adults. If you ever bought a computer game on a disk and brought it home to play on your computer, you have used software. The computer game you bought is software, and so is the word processing program you might use to write school reports.
A computer program or application programming package written for a particular computer system.
The programs, routines and documentation for computers and data processing equipment.
The instructions contained in a program and/or the program itself.
Software refers to the information or data that can be stored electronically. For example, an application like Microsoft Word would be considered software. Differentiate from Hardware.
A set of instructions or data that tell a computer what to do. There are two general types of software: system and application. System software causes the computer to function – for example, operating-system software. Application software provides services to the computer user, such as word processing, graphics manipulation, web browsing and more.
A program that provides the instructions necessary for the hardware to operate correctly and to perform the desired fuctions. Some kinds of software are operating system, utility and applications. Spatial Model Analytical procedures applied with a GIS. There are three categories of spatial modelung functions that can be appled to geographic data objects within a GIS: (1) geometric models (such as calculation in Euclidian distance between objects, buffer generation, area, and perimeter calculation; (2) coincidence models; and (3) adjacency models. All three model categories support operations on geographic data objects such as points, lines, polygons, TIN's, and grids. Functions are organized in a sequence of steps to derive the desired information for analysis.
Sets of instructions or data that tell a computer what to do. Software is often divided into two categories: system software, which includes the operating system (e.g., Windows 95, MacOS) and all utilities that enable the computer to function; and applications software, which includes programs that perform specific tasks (e.g., word processors, spreadsheets, and databases).
As opposed to the hardware which is the computer and the electronic components within it; software is any program or routine, such as an application, system file, printer driver, etc. that furnishes instructions to the computer.
Programmes and other operating information used by the computer.
Programs that can perform different functions.
a set of instructions executed by a computer in the form of a program.
A general term used to describe the programs that can be used on a computer, such as applications, drivers, and operating systems. To the beginner, software is what ever you see on the screen, and hardware is everything you can touch.
This is a computer program, the code a computer reads.
A computer application or program.
the programs or other "instructions" that a computer needs to perform specific tasks. Examples of software include word processors, e-mail clients, web browsers, video games, spreadsheets, accounting tools and operating systems.
Written coded commands that tell a computer what tasks to perform. For example, Word, PhotoShop, Picture Easy, and PhotoDeluxe are software programs.
Programs which enable a computer to carry out specific operations such as word processing and database management. The computer itself is the hardware and the program is the software.
The programs that run on a computer. Without software, a computer can't do anything.
The term given to a program used by a computer.
A computer program, which provides the instructions which enable the computer hardware to work.
Software originally meant computer programs in any form (on disk, tape, written down, or whatever). It seems to be more generalized nowadays, and sound samples for use in a sound sampler would be considered 'software'.
A computer program or set of instructions. System software operates on the machine itself and is invisible to you. Application software allows you to carry out certain activities, such as word processing, games, and spreadsheets.
computer instructions or data. The programs, routines, and languages that control what a computer does. Can be contrasted with hardware - the physical or electronic parts of a computer.
A computer program; loosely defined, a set of instructions to be used on your hardware. There is "system software" that operates the machine itself, which is invisible to the user, and there is "application software" for specific uses—e.g., word processing, games, spreadsheets.
Programs that run on computers that will implement a specific type of application. For example, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel are two types of software applications that run on the computer.
A general term for any of the programs that are run on a computer and that perform particular tasks. Software is typically read on the hard drive (installed), and run from there. General categories of software include database and spreadsheet software.
Computer programming code that provides a computer with instructions to perform specific tasks; a program or application.
A computer program that instructs the hardware what to do.
A general term for all types of programs used to manage a computer's operations. Software is essentially a set of instructions the computer uses to perform a task.
in a genealogical sense, usually a lineage link computer program that allows the user to enter and print out information on individuals and their relationships to others in the database; other specialty software packages provide additional functionality such as scrapbooking, source citation, reunion planning, etc.
Any program that performs a specific function. Examples: word processing, spreadsheet calculations, or electronic mail.
The CMS is a software program, often written in the PHP programing language. The script is also a type of computer software
computer instructions and data definitions required enabling the computer hardware to perform functions
The instructions executed by a computer, as opposed to the physical device on which they run (the "hardware"). Software can be split into two main types - system software and application software or application programs. System software is any software required to support the production or execution of application programs but which is not specific to any particular application. Examples of system software would include the operating system, compilers, editors and sorting programs.
Programs and/or files that the hardware uses to learn or perform different tasks.
Those parts of a computer that tell it what to do when you touch the hardware, and also what to show on screen. Software is made up of computer programs.
A collective name for all computer programs. Instructions for the computer are always soft, the mechanical and electrical elements of the computer are hardware.
Program of instructions that directs the operation of a computer.
It is a general term for various programmes that are used to operate computers. It is normally divided into operating system and application software.
The programs, or set of instructions, that tell the computer what to do.
files on disk that contain instructions for a computer.
The set of instructions that enable computer systems to process information is referred to as software. In simple terms, anything that can be stored electronically is software. However, it is recorded or stored on hardware (such as a hard disk).
Software is the program and other operating information used by a computer to perform tasks and functions.
Programs, data files, procedures, rules, and any associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system or of a computer application.
generic term for all computer programs. Software falls into two major types: applications such as spreadsheets or databases, and systems software such as MS-DOS or Windows. In addition, there are utilities or tools. Contrasted with hardware.
(n) A set of coded instructions (programs) used to control the operation of a computer. Software is often grouped into categories, such as operating systems (e.g., MS-DOS), application programs (e.g., the CAD program), and utilities (e.g., security programs).
Programs or applications that contain instructions telling computer hardware what to do.
