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software

The programs that run on hardware.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

software — The programs that run on hardware.

This general term is part of the CompareTech technical dictionary and helps you read specifications, comparisons, and benchmark data across its device database.

See also: hardware.

Related Technical Terms

hardware
The physical components of a device. General
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