utility program
nounUK /juːˈtɪləti ˈprəʊɡræm/
US /juːˈtɪləti ˈproʊɡræm/
A utility program is a small computer program that helps your computer work better or fixes problems.
I used a utility program to clean up my computer and make it run faster.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A program that performs everyday maintenance tasks like copying files or checking disks.
The file-copy utility program moved all my photos to a new folder.
3. A small tool included with an operating system to manage computer resources.
The disk utility program showed how much space was left on the drive.
4. A program that helps other programs run correctly behind the scenes.
The backup utility program saved my documents every night.