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noun
A type of software that is distributed without payment but is limited in any combination of functionality, availability, or convenience.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences, software
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
software that is available free of charge; may be distributed for evaluation with a fee requested for additional features or a manual etc.
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: software, software program, computer software, software system, software package, package
History
From share + -ware; popularized by Bob Wallace
Across languages
18 source translations are retained for this English entry.
