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software
verbs
use software
• Several companies have already begun using the software.
run software
• To run the software, you will need the latest version of Windows.
load/install software
• Don't let your kids load pirated games software onto your machine.
download software
• Users can download the software without charge.
write/design/develop software
• He designs software for an Atlanta-based company.
ADJECTIVES/NOUN + software
computer software
• He is the owner of a computer software company.
anti-virus software
• Make sure you have good anti-virus software installed.
business software
• He has been training people in the use of business software since 1983.
software + NOUN
a software developer/engineer/designer
• her job as a software developer
a software package
(= a set of programs )
• Select a software package which suits your requirements.
phrases
a piece of software
• This excellent piece of software is compatible with both PCs and Macs.
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noun ADJ. computer | application | accounting, design, educational, management, music-sharing, etc. | anti-virus | proprietary | pirated He was arrested for selling pirated software. QUANT. piece an exciting piece of design software VERB + SOFTWARE use, run My PC isn't powerful enough to run that software. | design, develop, write | download, install SOFTWARE + VERB run The software will run on most IBM-compatible PCs. SOFTWARE + NOUN application, package, product, program, system, tool | development, engineering | developer, engineer | company, firm, houseCOMPUTER
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