disabled software

[dɪsˈeɪbəld ˈsɔftweər]
nounpl: disabled software / disabled softwares
software desabilitado
1. Software that has been deactivated, turned off, or rendered non-functional, either temporarily or permanently
The disabled software no longer responds to user commands.
O software desabilitado não responde mais aos comandos do usuário.
2. Computer programs or applications that have had their features or functions restricted or removed
After the update, the disabled software features were restored.
Após a atualização, os recursos de software desabilitados foram restaurados.
3. Software that is incompatible with the current system or has been intentionally blocked by system administrators
The IT department disabled software on all company computers for security reasons.
O departamento de TI desabilitou o software em todos os computadores da empresa por razões de segurança.
In Brazilian tech environments, 'software desabilitado' is the standard terminology used by IT professionals and system administrators. In corporate settings, administrators frequently disable software for security purposes or license management. The term is particularly common in educational and enterprise contexts where software control is critical for system integrity.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
inactive softwaredeactivated softwaredisabled applicationblocked softwarerestricted software
Antonyms / Antônimos
enabled softwareactive softwarerunning softwarefunctional software

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
software desabilitado
Most common translation used in technical contexts
São Paulo
software desativado / software bloqueado
Both variations are used interchangeably in business tech environments
Rio de Janeiro
software desabilitado
Standard technical usage
Portugal
software desativado / aplicação desabilitada
Portuguese prefers 'desativado' in most contexts

Related Words

software activationsystem administratorcompatibility issuesfirewall restrictionslicense keyfeature toggle

Related Idioms & Phrases

disable a feature
turn off software
lock down an application
restrict access to software
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