software configuration

[/ˈsɔftweər ˌkɑnfɪɡəˈreɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: software configurations / configurações de software
configuração de software
1. The arrangement and setup of software parameters, settings, and options to meet specific operational requirements or preferences
The software configuration must be adjusted to optimize system performance.
A configuração de software deve ser ajustada para otimizar o desempenho do sistema.
2. The process of customizing and installing software components to work together in a computer system
Proper software configuration is essential before deploying the application to production.
A configuração adequada de software é essencial antes de implantar a aplicação em produção.
3. The complete set of installed software, versions, and their interdependencies on a computing device
We need to document the current software configuration for compliance purposes.
Precisamos documentar a configuração de software atual para fins de conformidade.
In Brazil and Portugal, 'configuração de software' is the standard technical term used in IT departments, universities, and professional documentation. The English term 'setup' is often borrowed in casual tech conversations, particularly among younger professionals in São Paulo's tech hubs. In the USA and English-speaking countries, this is a fundamental IT term used in DevOps, system administration, and software engineering contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
software setupsystem configurationsoftware settingsconfiguration managementsoftware deployment
Antonyms / Antônimos
software misconfigurationdefault state

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
configuração de software
Standard term used in IT and technical documentation
São Paulo
configuração de software / setup de software
Both terms commonly used; 'setup' used in corporate tech environments
Rio de Janeiro
configuração de software
Standard technical term
Portugal
configuração de software
Identical to Brazilian Portuguese; sometimes 'setup de software' in informal contexts

Related Words

configuration filesystem administratordeploymentinstallationparameterssettingscustomization

Related Idioms & Phrases

to configure software from scratch
default software configuration
software configuration management (SCM)
out-of-the-box configuration
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