free software

English

Noun

free software (uncountable)

  1. (computing) Software that can be freely copied, redistributed and modified, including source code; software that is libre.
  2. (computing) Any software that is free of charge, such as freeware.

Synonyms

  • (freely distributable software with source code): freedomware
  • (any software that is free of charge): freeware

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