closed-source software
[/ˈkloʊzd sɔːrs ˈsɔːftweər/]
nounpl: closed-source software / closed-source softwares
software de código fechado / software proprietário
1. Computer software whose source code is not publicly available and is proprietary to the developer or organization that created it, preventing users from modifying, distributing, or studying the code
Microsoft Windows is a closed-source software that requires a license to use.
Microsoft Windows é um software de código fechado que requer uma licença para ser utilizado.
2. Software distributed under commercial terms where the underlying source code remains hidden from users and competitors
Most closed-source software comes with user agreements that prohibit reverse engineering.
A maioria dos softwares de código fechado vem com acordos de usuário que proíbem engenharia reversa.
In Brazil, the debate between closed-source and open-source software is significant in tech communities and universities. The term 'software proprietário' emphasizes ownership and commercial licensing. In Portugal and Brazil, government and educational institutions increasingly prefer open-source alternatives, making this distinction culturally and economically relevant. The concept reflects broader discussions about software freedom, licensing costs, and digital sovereignty.
Related Idioms & Phrases
under lock and key (meaning: kept secret or protected)
keep one's cards close to one's chest (meaning: keep proprietary information secret)
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