installation process

[/ˌɪnstəˈleɪʃən ˈprɑːses/]
nounpl: installation processes
processo de instalação
1. A series of steps or procedures required to set up, configure, and make operational a software application, hardware device, or system
The installation process for the new software took about 15 minutes.
O processo de instalação do novo software levou cerca de 15 minutos.
2. The sequence of actions performed to physically place and connect equipment in a specific location
The installation process for the air conditioning unit requires professional technicians.
O processo de instalação da unidade de ar condicionado requer técnicos profissionais.
3. The procedure of setting up initial configurations and dependencies before a program becomes fully functional
Complete the installation process by clicking 'Finish' to launch the application.
Conclua o processo de instalação clicando em 'Concluir' para iniciar o aplicativo.
In Brazil and Portugal, 'processo de instalação' is the standard technical term used in software and hardware contexts. In tech-savvy communities, the English term 'setup' is sometimes used alongside the Portuguese translation. The term is particularly common in IT support documentation, product manuals, and user guides across both Portuguese-speaking regions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
setup processinstallation proceduresetup wizarddeployment processconfiguration process
Antonyms / Antônimos
uninstall processremoval processdeinstallation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
processo de instalação
most common and standard term used in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
processo de instalação
same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
processo de instalação
same as general Brazilian Portuguese; tech community may also use 'setup'
Portugal
processo de instalação
identical to Brazilian Portuguese; 'procedimento de instalação' also acceptable

Related Words

installersetup fileconfigurationdeploymentsystem requirementswizard

Related Idioms & Phrases

walk through the installation process
simplify the installation process
streamline the installation process
troubleshoot the installation process
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