preinstalled
Already on device
Preinstalled describes software or features that come already loaded on a device when purchased: The laptop came with preinstalled antivirus software.
Manufacturers preinstall programs for convenience or as part of deals with software companies.
Users sometimes complain about unwanted preinstalled apps, calling them bloatware.
Needing no preparation
- plug-and-playRequiring no manual configuration
- turnkeyReady for immediate use
- seamlessWithout visible joins
- effortlessRequiring no strain
built-in · integrated · user-friendly · accessible · immediate · operational · functional · included
ready-to-use
Needing no preparation
- plug-and-playRequiring no manual configuration
- turnkeyReady for immediate use
- seamlessWithout visible joins
effortless · built-in · integrated · user-friendly · accessible · immediate · operational · functional · included · automatic
out-of-the-box
Novel or immediately usable
original · unaltered · unchanged · preconfigured · preset · initial · reset · restore · vanilla
bloatware
Unwanted preinstalled software
- bundledGathered and tied together
- OEMOriginal parts producer
- driversVehicle operators or motivating forces
firmware · utilities · applications · embedded · ROM · proprietary · trialware · adware · antivirus · browser