software programs

noun
UK /ˈsɒftweə ˈprəʊɡræmz/
US /ˈsɔːftwer ˈproʊɡræmz/

Sets of instructions that tell a computer what to do.

My dad installed new software programs on the family computer.

SYNONYMS

applicationsappsprogramssoftwarecomputer programs

RELATED WORDS

operating systemcodedownloadinstallupdate

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Applications designed for a specific task, such as writing or drawing.

The school uses software programs for teaching math.

3. Collections of coded instructions stored on a device.

These software programs take up a lot of space on the hard drive.

4. Tools that help people work, play, or learn on computers.

She learned to use several software programs for her job.