1. Computer functions, code, or features that are outdated but maintained for backward compatibility with older systems or applications
The software still supports legacy functions to ensure compatibility with older versions.
O software ainda suporta funções legadas para garantir compatibilidade com versões antigas.
2. Programming routines that were created in earlier versions of a system and are retained despite the availability of newer alternatives
Developers must be careful when refactoring legacy functions to avoid breaking existing applications.
Os desenvolvedores devem ter cuidado ao refatorar funções legadas para evitar quebrar aplicações existentes.