monitoring software

noun

UK /ˈmɒnɪtərɪŋ ˈsɒftweə/

US /ˈmɑːnɪtərɪŋ ˈsɔːftwer/

Software is a set of programs that tells a computer what to do.

The school uses monitoring software to keep students safe online.

SYNONYMS

tracking software surveillance software watchdog software observation software

RELATED WORDS

computer program app security tool dashboard sensor

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A program that watches how a computer or network is working.

The IT team installed monitoring software to check the servers.

3. A tool that records what happens on a device over time.

Monitoring software logged every login attempt.

4. A system that keeps an eye on health or safety conditions.

The hospital uses monitoring software to watch patients' heart rates.