Computer software definition

Computer software means computer programs, source code, source code listings, object code listings, design details, algorithms, processes, flow charts, formulae, and related material that would enable the software to be reproduced, recreated, or recompiled. Computer software does not include computer databases or computer software documentation.
Computer software means a set of coded instructions designed to cause a computer or automatic data processing equipment to perform a task.
Computer software means a set of coded instructions designed to cause:

Examples of Computer software in a sentence

  • The Software and its documentation are "Commercial items," "Commercial computer software" and "Computer software documentation" as defined by the Federal Acquisition Regulations ("FAR") and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement ("DFARS").

  • PAYWARE Computer software that is made available either via normal software distribution methods, such as by accessing a web address or website, or as one or more downloads.


More Definitions of Computer software

Computer software means computer software resulting from or related to work or projects performed or to be performed for the Employer or for clients of the Employer, of any type or form in any stage of actual or anticipated research and development, including but not limited to, programs and program modules, routines and subroutines, processes, algorithms, design concepts, design specifications (design notes, annotations, documentation, flowcharts, coding sheets, and the like), source code, object code and load modules, programming, program patches and system designs.
Computer software means a set of computer programs, procedures and associated documentation
Computer software means a set of statements, data, or instructions to be used directly or indirectly in a computer in order to bring about a certain result in any form in which those statements, data, or instructions may be embodied, transmitted, or fixed, by any method now known or hereafter developed, regardless of whether the statements, data, or instructions are capable of being perceived by or communicated to humans, and includes prewritten or canned software.” 35 ILCS 120/2-25. Generally, sales of “canned” computer software are taxable retail sales in Illinois. Canned computer software is considered to be tangible personal property regardless of the form in which it is transferred or transmitted, including tape, disc, card, electronic means, or other media. 86 Ill. Adm. Code 130.1935. However, if the computer software consists of custom computer programs, then the sales of such software may not be taxable retail sales. Custom computer programs or software are prepared to the special order of the customer. The selection of pre-written or canned programs assembled by vendors into software packages does not constitute custom software unless real and substantial changes are made to the programs or creation of program interfacing logic. See 86 Ill. Adm. Code 130.1935(c)(3). Computer software that is not custom software is considered to be canned computer software.
Computer software means a set of coded instructions
Computer software as used in this clause, means computer programs, computer data bases, and documentation thereof.
Computer software or “Software” means Computer Programs and Data Bases. Also, see, “Software” below.