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restricted software

[/rɪˈstrɪktɪd ˈsɔːftwɛər/]
nounpl: restricted software (invariable) / restricted software programs
software restrito
1. Computer software whose use, distribution, or modification is limited by license agreement, copyright, or access controls
The company uses restricted software that requires authentication to access.
A empresa usa software restrito que requer autenticação para acessar.
2. Software that has usage limitations based on export controls, security clearances, or regulatory compliance
Military-grade restricted software cannot be exported to certain countries.
O software restrito de nível militar não pode ser exportado para certos países.
3. Proprietary software with limited access or distribution rights
Developers cannot modify restricted software without explicit permission from the vendor.
Os desenvolvedores não podem modificar software restrito sem permissão explícita do fornecedor.
Synonyms
proprietary softwareclosed-source softwarelicensed softwarecontrolled software
Antonyms
open-source softwarefreewarefree softwareunrestricted software

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
software restrito
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
software restrito / software proprietário
Both terms commonly used in business context
Portugal
software restrito / software propriedade
Portuguese preference for more formal terminology

Related Idioms & Phrases

locked-down software
gated software
behind closed doors software
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