problematic software

[prə-ˈblem-ə-tik ˈsȯft-ˌwer]
nounpl: problematic software / problematic softwares
software problemático
1. Computer programs or applications that contain bugs, errors, or design flaws that cause malfunctions, crashes, or unintended behavior
The problematic software caused the system to crash repeatedly.
O software problemático causou falhas repetidas no sistema.
2. Programs that have security vulnerabilities or pose risks to data integrity and user privacy
The company recalled the problematic software due to security breaches.
A empresa recolheu o software problemático devido a vulnerabilidades de segurança.
3. Applications that are difficult to use, poorly designed, or incompatible with existing systems
Users complained about the problematic software interface.
Os usuários reclamaram da interface do software problemático.
In both Brazilian and American tech contexts, 'problematic software' is commonly discussed in IT support forums and tech communities. Brazilian professionals often use the term interchangeably with 'software com defeito' or 'software bugado' in informal settings. In the USA, the term is standard in technical documentation and user support communications.
NYC Slang
buggy app / broken software / janky program
Synonyms / Sinônimos
buggy softwaredefective softwarefaulty softwareglitchy softwaremalfunctioning softwareflawed software
Antonyms / Antônimos
reliable softwarestable softwarerobust softwarefunctional softwarewell-designed software

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
software problemático
Standard term used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
software problemático / programa com problema
Common in tech communities and IT departments
São Paulo
software problemático / software com defeito
Frequently used in corporate and tech sectors
Portugal
software problemático / aplicação problemática
Portuguese usage aligns with Brazilian but may use 'aplicação' more frequently

Related Words

bugcrashglitchvulnerabilitypatchdebuggingmalwarecompatibility

Related Idioms & Phrases

software with issues
full of bugs
doesn't work right
a mess of code
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