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Singular software

Plural uncountable

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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Mon Jul 6 04:09:05 2009

Software includes things such as websites, programs or video games, that are coded by programming languages like C or C++.

"Software" is sometimes used in a broader context to mean anything which is not hardware but which is used with hardware, such as film, tapes and records.

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Mon Jul 6 00:28:28 2009

What software and hosting do I need to start an online community site where people can post articles or music?
Q. What software and hosting do I need to start an online community site where people can post articles or music? I'd like to start an online site like ezinearticles or other article posting site. What host and/or what software is required? Also, I'd like to start an online site for musicians to post their songs and blogs. What hosts do you recommend and what software or program for these? Thanks. To clarify - I want to open a large site 1 - offering members a free webpage and the ability to submit many articles each, photos, and comments, etc., like ezinearticles.com or those others. Also, for another site, 2 - I'd like to open a music site, where music artists can upload their own songs, videos and info, blogs,etc. sell music maybe,… [cont.]
Asked by Writer - Thu Feb 5 13:48:46 2009 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments

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Answered by Andrew W - Wed Feb 11 09:53:03 2009

Is there any software that can turn my computer into a regular radio receiver?
Q. I am an avid radio listener and would like to know if there is any software that can make my computer a radio that can receive shortwave, AM and or FM stations from my area. Or has this even been invented yet? I would prefer if this software was inexpensive or free. Thanks for the help!
Asked by Marsam233 - Wed Nov 29 22:13:03 2006 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Well, you are going to need some hardware to accomplish what you want to do. In the past there have been some manufacturers of AM-FM PC cards that fit into a slot in your PC and come bundled with the software to run it. You may be able to search the Internet and find one for sale, I was unable to find any when I looked although I know they are out there. I have never heard of one made for SW although I have been out of the SW game for a while. Another solution is that many radio stations simulcast their program over the Internet. Contact the stations and ask them if they have a web site and if they broadcast their program over the Internet. If you are really an avid listener then why not buy a good AM-FM radio? General Electric makes one… [cont.]
Answered by Tom S - Wed Nov 29 23:10:36 2006

What software can I use to play a keyboard on my computer?
Q. I have an M-Audio Keystation 49 usb keyboard. It came with several programs with it to teach piano, but none of them will allow me to simply plug it in and play with sound coming out of the speakers. Is there any software out there (would like free or very cheap) that can do this. Should mention it is for a PC, with either xp or vista.
Asked by Ditka78 - Thu Nov 6 19:16:22 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Install Fruity Loops Demo.
Answered by Jay - Thu Nov 6 19:23:34 2008

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At present, the Internet colossus is playing hard to make that a reality, luring developers to leverage a number of technologies to enhance the speed, reliability and aesthetics of . software. operating in a Web browser. ...

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I installed the latest Intel Compiler Suite Professional Edition 11 (w_cproc_p_11.1​.035.exe). After installation folder, it has a mkl folder C:\Program Files\Intel\Com​piler\11.1\035\​mkl\ia32\lib, but there's no mkl_c.lib in the folder.

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Wed Jul 15 07:58:41 2009

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.

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