bootleg software
[/ˈbuːtlɛɡ ˈsɔːftwɛər/]
nounpl: bootleg software (uncountable) / bootleg softwares (countable usage)
software pirata
1. Illegally copied or distributed software that infringes on intellectual property rights and copyright laws
Using bootleg software exposes your computer to security vulnerabilities and malware.
Usar software pirata expõe seu computador a vulnerabilidades de segurança e malware.
2. Unauthorized versions of proprietary software obtained through illegal means without paying for a license
The company was fined for installing bootleg software on all their workstations.
A empresa foi multada por instalar software pirata em todas as suas estações de trabalho.
In Brazil, bootleg software remains prevalent due to high software costs and lower enforcement of intellectual property laws. The term 'software pirata' is colloquially used and widely understood. In the USA and Portugal, there is greater emphasis on legal consequences and cybersecurity risks. Tech companies and governments actively campaign against bootleg software through awareness programs and legal enforcement.
NYC Slang
knockoff software / hot software
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