software discontinuation
[ˈsɔftˌwɛr ˌdɪskəntɪnuˈeɪʃən]
nounpl: software discontinuations
descontinuação de software
1. The act of ceasing to develop, support, maintain, or provide updates for a software application or product
The software discontinuation of Windows 7 occurred on January 14, 2020.
A descontinuação de software do Windows 7 ocorreu em 14 de janeiro de 2020.
2. An official announcement by a software vendor that a product will no longer receive technical support or security updates
Users were notified about the software discontinuation through email before the deadline.
Os usuários foram notificados sobre a descontinuação de software por e-mail antes do prazo.
3. The end-of-life phase of a software product where new features cease and only critical patches may be provided
The software discontinuation plan outlined a six-month transition period.
O plano de descontinuação de software estabeleceu um período de transição de seis meses.
In Brazilian tech culture, software discontinuation is a common business practice, especially with major vendors like Microsoft and Adobe. Companies often provide migration paths and transition periods. In the US, the term is widely used in IT departments and corporate environments. Understanding discontinuation dates is crucial for compliance and business continuity planning in both markets.
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