software

/ˈsɑftˌwɛɹ/noun

The programs and instructions that tell a computer what to do, as opposed to its physical parts.

Example sentence

“You'll need to update the software before the new printer will work.”

Uncountable: say 'a piece of software' or 'a program', never 'a software' or 'softwares'.

Related words

keyboardA panel of keys arranged in rows, used to type on a computer, typewriter, or similar device.internetA connection to the internet; the service that lets a person get online.screenA standing panel used to hide something from sight or to shield people from heat, wind, or other hazards.computerTo operate or spend time on a computer.downloadTo copy data from another computer or the internet onto your own device.uploadTo send data from your device to another computer on a network, especially to an internet server.