software software /ˈsɔfˌwɛr/

noun

1. (computing) written programs, procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory  ( computer software , package , software , software package , software program , software system )
   (computing) written programs, procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory
    The market for software is expected to expand
   the market for software is expected to expand