programa pirata

[pɾoˈɡɾa.mɐ piˈɾa.tɐ]
nounmasculinepl: programas piratas
pirated software
1. illegally copied or distributed computer software that violates copyright laws and intellectual property rights
Using pirated software can expose your computer to malware and viruses.
Usar programa pirata pode expor seu computador a malware e vírus.
2. unauthorized software obtained without payment or proper licensing
He downloaded a pirated program instead of buying the legitimate version.
Ele baixou um programa pirata em vez de comprar a versão legítima.
Programa pirata is a significant issue in Brazil and Latin America due to high software costs and lower average incomes compared to developed countries. However, awareness of cybersecurity risks and legal consequences has been increasing. Major software companies actively pursue copyright enforcement in Brazil.
NYC Slang
bootleg software
Synonyms / Sinônimos
software pirataprograma ilegalsoftware não licenciadocópia não autorizada
Antonyms / Antônimos
software originalprograma licenciadoprograma autênticosoftware legal

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
programa pirata
most common term in Brazil
São Paulo
programa pirata / software pirata
both terms used interchangeably in tech communities
Portugal
programa pirata / software ilegal
similar usage but software ilegal also common

Related Words

piratariacopyrightlicença de softwaresoftware legítimoviolação de direitos autoraisdistribuição ilegal

Related Idioms & Phrases

baixar programa pirata - to download pirated software
distribuir programas piratas - to distribute pirated programs
usar programa pirata - to use pirated software
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