Define software and program.
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Software: the programs and other operating information used by a computer.
Program: A program is executable software that runs on a computer. It is similar to a script, but is often much larger in size and does not require a scripting engine to run. Instead, a program consists of compiled code that can run directly from the computer's operating system.
Software:
Software is a set of instructions, data or programs used to operate computers and execute specific tasks.
Examples of applications include office suites,
- Database programs,
- Web browsers,
- Word processors,
- Software development tools,
- Image editors and
- Communication platforms.
Program :
A computer program is a collection of instructions that can be executed by a computer to perform a specific task.
A computer program is usually written by a computer programmer in a programming language.
A collection of computer programs, libraries, and related data are referred to as software.