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Singular software

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software (uncountable)

  1. (computing) Encoded computer instructions, usually modifiable (unless stored in some form of unalterable memory such as ROM). Compare hardware.
    • 1958, John W. Tukey, "The Teaching of Concrete Mathematics" in The American Mathematical Monthly, vol. 65, no. 1 (Jan. 1958), pp 1-9:
      The "software" comprising the carefully planned interpretive routines, compilers, and other aspects of automative programming are at least as important to the modern electronic calculator as its "hardware" of tubes, transistors, wires, tapes and the like.
    • 1995, Paul Niquette, Softword: Provenance for the Word ‘Software’:
      As originally conceived, the word "software" was merely an obvious way to distinguish a program from the computer itself. A program comprised sequences of changeable instructions each having the power to command the behavior of the permanently crafted machinery, the "hardware."

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From Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License.
Mon Jan 4 06:33:42 2010

Computer software, or just software is a general term primarily used for digitally stored data such as computer programs and other kinds of information read and written by computers. Today, this includes data that has not traditionally been associated with computers, such as film, tapes and records. The term was coined in order to contrast to the old term hardware (meaning physical devices); in contrast to hardware, software is intangible, meaning it "cannot be touched". . Software is also sometimes used in a more narrow sense, meaning application software only.

Examples:

  • Application software, such as word processors which perform productive tasks for users.
  • Firmware, which is software programmed resident to electrically programmable memory devices on board mainboards or other types of integrated hardware carriers.
  • Middleware, which controls and co-ordinates distributed systems.
  • System software such as operating systems, which interface with hardware to provide the necessary services for application software.
  • Software testing is a domain dependent of development and programming. Software testing consists of various methods to test and declare a software product fit before it can be launched for use by either an individual or a group.
  • Testware, which is an umbrella term or container term for all utilities and application software that serve in combination for testing a software package but not necessarily may optionally contribute to operational purposes. As such, testware is not a standing configuration but merely a working environment for application software or subsets thereof.
  • Video games (except the hardware part)
  • Websites

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Sun Jan 3 20:31:24 2010

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What software is available to put restrictions on programs and games?
Q. My parents are concerned about my younger sibling's use of the computer. They spend way too much time playing games. Are there any software available that allows passwords on software before opening the programs? We all use the same user and having different users is not the solution. I need software to allow only certain programs. Fort Knox have a program that locks your files, but that isnt going to work. Any ideas or free ware out there? Please let me know!
Asked by Prince Piano - Mon Mar 30 12:38:57 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Well, Windows Vista has parental controls built right into the computer that let you limit usage. There are also third-party softwares out there like Webroot Parental Controls (however nothing free that I'm aware of). It's worth noting that you pretty much HAVE to use multiple accounts on the same computer to limit usage. Otherwise the computer has no idea how it should limit certain games/programs/websites/e tc. Adding extra accounts is a pretty trivial process though.
Answered by Mercuri - Mon Mar 30 12:46:12 2009

What software out there is excellent in doing enterprise planning?
Q. I am looking for software that will model and optimize my business. This software has to be able model financials, do enterprise wide planning and be able to tie it all back to my financial statement? I need the ability to run "what-if" scenario's and see the outcome of my decision, before i actually make the decision.
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A. JTT300, the best software out there is called EO. Which stands for Enterprise Optimizer. The software maker is River Logic. www.riverlogic.com This software will allow you to model any business in any industry. You have the ability to run what-if scenarios, optimize all areas of your business. Most software pieces out there are only able to model sections of a business, i.e supply chain. With EO you can model all section AND tie it to financials...You get the ability to run P&L statements, Run an M&A analysis, and many more...
Answered by Travis B - Thu May 3 11:09:48 2007

What is the software to read data on windows partition from linux partition?
Q. I am using dual boot system and i want to know the software for reading data on the windows partition from the linux partition... I want to use linux but data are all in the windows partition... Is there any software for reading the data ?
Asked by erosaleem - Wed Mar 19 08:24:08 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Linux can read the data on NTFS partitions or FAT partitions - you don't need any special software.
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Sun Jan 24 20:44:58 2010

Computer software is a general term used to describe a collection of computer programs, procedures and documentation that perform some task on a computer system.

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  • A solid working knowledge of productivity software and other IT tools has become a basic foundation for success in virtually any career. Beyond that, however, I don't think you can overemphasise the importance of having a good background in maths and science.
  • Software is like sex; it's better when it's free.

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