De software
Example: De software op mijn computer werkt niet goed na de update.
Definition
"De software" refers to the programs and other operating information used by a computer. It includes applications, operating systems, and utilities that enable the hardware to perform specific tasks effectively.
Etymology
The word "de software" comes from the English term 'software,' which was coined in the mid-20th century as a counterpart to 'hardware.' It combines 'soft,' implying something intangible or flexible, with 'ware,' meaning goods or merchandise. Did you know that 'software' was first used to describe computer programs in the 1950s?
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"De software" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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