O software
Example: O software atualizado melhorou muito o desempenho do computador.
Definition
"Software" refers to the collection of programs, data, and instructions used to operate computers and perform specific tasks. It enables hardware to function and includes applications, operating systems, and utilities that enhance computer performance and user experience.
Etymology
The word "software" was coined in the 1950s as a contrast to hardware. It combines "soft," meaning intangible or non-physical, with "ware," which refers to manufactured goods. Did you know? The term was popularized by computer scientist John Tukey to describe the non-physical components of computers.
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