installed software model

[ɪnˈstɔːld ˈsɔːftwɛr ˈmɒdəl]
nounpl: installed software models
modelo de software instalado
1. A software deployment and licensing model where applications are downloaded and installed directly on a user's device or company server, rather than accessed through the cloud or internet
The company chose an installed software model for their enterprise resource planning system to ensure data security and offline accessibility.
A empresa escolheu um modelo de software instalado para seu sistema de planejamento de recursos empresariais para garantir segurança de dados e acessibilidade offline.
2. The traditional approach to software distribution requiring physical installation and maintenance on local machines, as opposed to Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)
Before cloud computing became popular, the installed software model was the standard for business applications.
Antes da computação em nuvem se tornar popular, o modelo de software instalado era o padrão para aplicações comerciais.
This term reflects the historical evolution of software distribution. In Brazil and Portugal, while cloud solutions are now dominant, many corporations still maintain legacy systems using the installed software model for compliance, security, and integration reasons. The term is particularly relevant in financial institutions, government agencies, and large manufacturing companies in these regions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
on-premises softwarelocally installed softwaretraditional software deploymentdesktop software modellicensed software model
Antonyms / Antônimos
cloud-based software modelSaaS modelSoftware-as-a-Serviceweb-based softwaresubscription software model

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
modelo de software instalado
Standard term used in Brazilian tech industry and documentation
São Paulo
modelo de software instalado / software local
Tech hubs may use 'software local' as a colloquial alternative
Portugal
modelo de software instalado / software no local
European Portuguese may prefer 'software no local' or 'instalado no computador'
General English (North America)
installed software model / on-premises software
On-premises is increasingly preferred in modern enterprise contexts

Related Words

software licensingsoftware deploymenton-premises infrastructuresoftware maintenancecloud computingSaaSsoftware distribution

Related Idioms & Phrases

on-premises solution
local installation
traditional software stack
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