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PREINSTALLED SOFTWARE [1 record]

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Record 1 2019-11-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Software
CONT

Preinstalled software is software that typically comes pre-loaded on a new computer separate from the operating system. Most preinstalled software is not necessary for the proper functioning of your computer.

Key term(s)
  • pre-loaded software

French

Domaine(s)
  • Logiciels
CONT

Un logiciel préinstallé […] est un logiciel déjà installé et autorisé sur un ordinateur ou un téléphone intelligent acheté d'un fabricant d'équipement d'origine (OEM). Le système d'exploitation est généralement préinstallé sur un ordinateur, mais, comme il est nécessaire pour faire fonctionner l'ordinateur, il n'est pas qualifié de logiciel préinstallé […] Le terme logiciel préinstallé s'applique plutôt aux autres logiciels installés et non nécessaires au fonctionnement de l'ordinateur.

Key term(s)
  • logiciel pré-installé

Spanish

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