software package
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Definition
- Noun:
- A commercial computer program product: A "software package" is merchandise consisting of a computer program that is offered for sale. It refers to the complete, marketable product.
- A collection of software components: In computing, a "software package" is a set of written programs, procedures, rules, and associated documentation stored in memory, pertaining to the operation of a computer system.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The company released a new accounting software package.
- Installing this software package will update your system's security.
- The software package includes the application, user manuals, and license.
Advanced Usage
"to deploy a software package": To install and configure a software package across multiple computers in an organization.
- The IT department will deploy the new software package to all employees next week.
"standalone software package": A complete software product that does not require other software to function.
- This is a standalone software package, so you don't need a separate database program.
Variants and Related Words
Software suite (n): A collection of related software programs sold as a single package.
- The office software suite includes a word processor, spreadsheet, and presentation tool.
Package manager (n): A tool that automates the process of installing, upgrading, and removing software packages on an operating system.
- Use the package manager to install the necessary software packages for development.
Synonyms
- Software product: A marketable piece of software.
- Application suite: A group of software applications bundled together.
Related Phrases
Software package repository: A storage location from which software packages can be retrieved and installed.
- The new version is available in the official software package repository.
Package installer: A program that guides a user through the installation of a software package.
- Run the package installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
Noun
- merchandise consisting of a computer program that is offered for sale
- (computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory
- the market for software is expected to expand