compatible software
kəmˈpætəbl ˈsɒftweər
Definition

Definition of compatible software - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
works togetherTECH.software that works with other software or hardwareTECH.
  • The new printer requires compatible software to function properly.
2.
adaptabilityTECH.software that runs on different systems without changesTECH.
  • This compatible software operates on both Windows and Mac.
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Expressions with compatible

backward compatibleadj.
able to work with older hardware or software
The new software is fully backward compatible with the previous version..
cross-compatibleadj.
able to work with different systems or devices
The software is cross-compatible with Windows and macOS.
software-compatibleadj.
able to work with certain computer programs
This printer is software-compatible with Windows 10.
backwards compatibleadj.
able to work with older versions or systems
The new software is backwards compatible with older operating systems.
forward compatibleadj.
able to work with future systems or versions
This software is forward compatible with upcoming updates.
IBM-compatibleadj.
able to work with IBM PC software and hardware
This laptop is IBM-compatible and runs old PC games.

Expressions with software

cutting edge softwaren.
software with the latest technology and features
Our company develops cutting edge software for virtual reality.
free softwaren.
software available at no cost
The app store offers many free software options.
email softwaren.
computer program used to send receive and organize electronic mail messages
I installed new email software to manage my work inbox more efficiently.
software industryn.
business sector that creates sells and supports computer programs and related services
The software industry has grown quickly with the rise of mobile devices.
project management softwaren.
software to organize and manage tasks efficiently
Project management software helps teams stay on track.
software engineern.
professional who maintains and improves software systems
The software engineer updated the system to enhance performance.
kitchen table softwaren.
software made informally at home, not by big companies
He built kitchen table software in his spare time.
time-tracking softwaren.
program records time spent on tasks
The company uses time-tracking software to monitor employee productivity.
software giantn.
very large and powerful company that mainly makes and sells computer programs
The software giant announced a major update to its operating system.
software companyn.
business that makes, sells or supports computer programs for customers
The startup grew from a tiny software company into a global corporation.

Terms related to compatible software

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Examples of compatible software in a sentence

  • Compatible software is essential for system stability.
  • Compatible software ensures seamless integration across platforms.
  • Finding compatible software can save time and resources.

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  1. French:logiciel compatible, ...
  2. German:kompatible Software, ...
  3. Italian:software compatibile, ...
  4. Spanish:software compatible, ...
  5. Portuguese:software compatível, ...
  6. Chinese:兼容软件, 适配软件, ...
  7. Japanese:互換性のあるソフトウェア, コンパチブルソフトウェア, ...
  8. Arabic:بَرْنامَج مُتَوافِق, بَرْمَجِيّات قابِلَة لِلتَّشْغِيل على أَنْظِمَة مُخْتَلِفَة, ...
  9. Hebrew:תּוֹכְנָה תּוֹאֶמֶת, ...
  10. Russian:совместимое программное обеспечение, ...
  11. Ukrainian:сумісне програмне забезпечення, ...
  12. Hindi:संगत सॉफ़्टवेयर, कम्पैटिबल सॉफ़्टवेयर, ...
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