open programs
[ˈoʊpən ˈproʊɡræmz]
noun phrasepl: open programs
programas abertos
1. Software applications or computer programs that are currently running or active on a device
Close some of the open programs to free up memory.
Feche alguns dos programas abertos para liberar memória.
2. Educational or professional initiatives that are accessible to the general public without restrictions
The university offers open programs for community members.
A universidade oferece programas abertos para membros da comunidade.
3. Software or initiatives based on open-source principles allowing modification and distribution
Many developers prefer working with open programs.
Muitos desenvolvedores preferem trabalhar com programas abertos.
In Brazil, 'programas abertos' is commonly used in both IT contexts (referring to active software) and in educational/social contexts (referring to publicly accessible initiatives). The concept of 'open programs' aligns with Brazil's growing emphasis on digital inclusion and open-source technology adoption. In the USA, the term is primarily technical, referring to running applications, while 'open programs' in an educational sense often relates to the open-enrollment philosophy in American universities.
NYC Slang
running apps / active apps
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