preinstalled software
[priː.ɪnˈstɔːld ˈsɔːftwɛər]
nounpl: preinstalled software / preinstalled softwares
software pré-instalado
1. Application programs or operating system components that come already installed on a device when purchased, without requiring separate installation by the user
The smartphone came with several preinstalled software applications like email and calendar.
O smartphone veio com vários aplicativos de software pré-instalado como e-mail e calendário.
2. Bloatware or unwanted applications that manufacturers bundle with devices to increase functionality or generate revenue
Many users complain about preinstalled software that slows down their computers.
Muitos usuários reclamam sobre o software pré-instalado que deixa seus computadores mais lentos.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, preinstalled software is often viewed negatively by tech-savvy users as it can slow down devices and waste storage space. Manufacturers include it for marketing partnerships and revenue sharing. In Brazil, there's growing consumer awareness about removing unnecessary preinstalled software, similar to trends in the USA. Portuguese users similarly refer to this phenomenon with increasing concern about device performance.
NYC Slang
bloat / junk software
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