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The tablet uses software to run the drawing app.
What does Software mean?
programs and digital instructions that run on a device.
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Programs and digital instructions that run on a device.
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Students updated the software before starting the project.
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Without the right software, the computer could not open the file.
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What does software mean?
Software means programs and digital instructions that run on a device.
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to software?
Programs is close in meaning to software in this context.
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Which word or phrase is a useful contrast for software?
Hardware contrasts with software in this context.
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MeaningSoftware means programs and digital instructions that run on a device.
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programsClose in meaning when software means programs and digital instructions that run on a device.
applicationsClose in meaning when software means programs and digital instructions that run on a device.
digital toolsClose in meaning when software means programs and digital instructions that run on a device.
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hardwareContrasts with software in the meaning programs and digital instructions that run on a device.
deviceContrasts with software in the meaning programs and digital instructions that run on a device.
machineContrasts with software in the meaning programs and digital instructions that run on a device.
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