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Software vs Program (The Real Differences)

Software vs Program

Here Software vs Program have their own differences and nature. A software is a collection and set of program to execute with the help of many modules. And the program is a collection and set of instructions to execute the specific task.

The simple examples for Software and Programs are here…

  • Program: Program to Find Larger Number (Simple Program to Find Larger Number)
  • Software: Antivirus or Application Software’s Like Microsoft Word

What is Software?

Software consists of computer programs, procedures, rules, and associated documentation and data. A developer of a specific program will use a particular program to create a particular software.

Software includes some characteristics.

  • Flexible
  • Can be Modifiable
  • Can  be Reproduced
  • Tailored or Customized as per Requirement
  • Reliable
  • Efficient

Difference – Software vs Program

Program

  • It’s smaller in size.
  • A single user can develop a program.
  • Can be worked on adopted development.
  • It may not have proper interface as complex software.
  • Program will specifically execute a specified task.
  • Program depends on compiler.

Software

  • It can be large in size.
  • The large number of modules can be included.
  • A team can develop software.
  • It will be proper and systematic development.
  • It can be well researched and researched interface.
  • Good and impactful documented.
  • It can have many features and many modules to perform multiple tasks.
  • Software depends on operating system.

Wrapping it Up

There are thousands of tasks and actions that a software performs for its users. An application designed specifically for a bank performs different tasks. Software can also perform one specific function.

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