executables
Files that run
Executables are computer files that can be run as programs.
The term distinguishes files containing instructions the computer can execute directly from data files like documents or images.
On Windows, executables typically end in .exe; on other systems, they may have no extension at all.
Don't download executables from untrusted sources.
Set into motion
- runMove swiftly on foot
- processSteps toward a result
- threadFiber for stitching
- memoryMind's retention capacity
CPU · runtime · terminate · background · foreground · arguments · parameters · batch
Two-element systems
- programsCoded instructions for computers
- applicationsPractical uses or requests
- scriptsWritten texts for performances
- utilitiesEssential infrastructure services
applets · packages · plug-ins · extensions · widgets · freeware · shareware · firmware
Gathering into unified whole
- debuggingError removal from programs
- sourcePoint of origin
- binaryConsisting of two parts
- bytecodeCompiled platform-neutral instructions
linking · optimization · build · compiler · linker · assembly · headers · libraries
Harmful computer programs
- spywareHidden surveillance program
- adwarePromotional software nuisance
- virusMicroscopic infectious agent
- wormLimbless soil invertebrate
payload · sandbox · signature · quarantine · permissions · trusted · untrusted · obfuscated
How something is arranged
- installerOne who sets up
- wizardPractitioner of sorcery
- configureArrange for operation
- deployPosition for use
setup.exe · components · prerequisites · registry · uninstaller · silent · elevated · permissions
launch
Set into motion
memory · CPU · runtime · terminate · background · foreground · arguments · parameters · batch · shell
binaries
Two-element systems
- programsCoded instructions for computers
- applicationsPractical uses or requests
- scriptsWritten texts for performances
utilities · applets · packages · plug-ins · extensions · widgets · freeware · shareware · firmware · drivers
compiling
Gathering into unified whole
bytecode · linking · optimization · build · compiler · linker · assembly · headers · libraries · toolchain
malware
Harmful computer programs
- spywareHidden surveillance program
- adwarePromotional software nuisance
- virusMicroscopic infectious agent
worm · payload · sandbox · signature · quarantine · permissions · trusted · untrusted · obfuscated · packed
setup
How something is arranged
deploy · setup.exe · components · prerequisites · registry · uninstaller · silent · elevated · permissions · administrator
- digital filesfile, audio file, files, document, backup file
- programsprograms, program, software, applications, apps
- software buildscompilation, compiling, compiler, linker, linking
executablesdocuments
Formal written records
text files · media files · assets · resources · libraries
- executable filesRunnable program files