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auxiliary program
[/ɔːɡˈzɪliəri ˈproʊɡræm/]
noun
pl: auxiliary programs
programa auxiliar
1.
A computer program designed to perform supplementary or supporting functions to a main program or system
The antivirus software includes an auxiliary program that scans for malware in real-time.
O software antivírus inclui um programa auxiliar que verifica malware em tempo real.
2.
A utility or helper application that provides additional functionality or support to the primary application
The graphic designer uses several auxiliary programs alongside the main design software.
O designer gráfico usa vários programas auxiliares junto com o software de design principal.
Synonyms
utility program
helper application
support program
supplementary software
Antonyms
main program
primary application
core program
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
programa auxiliar
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese computing terminology
São Paulo
programa de suporte
Alternative term sometimes used in corporate environments
Portugal
programa auxiliar
Standard terminology used in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
run an auxiliary program
load auxiliary program
auxiliary program support
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