program file

[/ˈproʊɡræm faɪl/]
nounpl: program files
arquivo de programa
1. A computer file containing executable code or instructions that can be run by a computer to perform specific tasks or functions
The program file was corrupted and needed to be reinstalled.
O arquivo de programa estava corrompido e precisava ser reinstalado.
2. Any file associated with software application, including executable files, libraries, and configuration files
Make sure to back up all your program files before updating the software.
Certifique-se de fazer backup de todos os seus arquivos de programa antes de atualizar o software.
3. In Windows systems, the default directory where applications are typically installed
The installer will save the program files in the C:\Program Files directory.
O instalador salvará os arquivos de programa no diretório C:\Arquivos de Programa.
In Brazil, 'arquivo de programa' is the standard technical term used in computing and IT contexts. In Portugal, 'ficheiro de programa' is preferred. Windows systems display 'Program Files' or 'Arquivos de Programa' depending on the system language, making this terminology important for users across Portuguese-speaking regions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
executable fileapplication filesoftware filebinary file
Antonyms / Antônimos
data filedocument filemedia file

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
arquivo de programa
Most common translation used in Brazilian Portuguese computing contexts
São Paulo
arquivo de programa / arquivo executável
Both terms are used interchangeably in tech hubs
Portugal
ficheiro de programa
Uses 'ficheiro' instead of 'arquivo' following European Portuguese conventions
Rio de Janeiro
arquivo de programa
Standard usage consistent with broader Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

executabledirectoryinstallationsoftwareapplicationcodelibrary

Related Idioms & Phrases

corrupted program file
missing program file
install program files
uninstall program files
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