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The process by which data such as programs, music, or documents is copied from the internet or another network onto your own computer or another device.
Der Download der Software dauert nur wenige Minuten.
The download of the software takes only a few minutes.
The word 'Download' comes from English and literally means 'herunterladen' (to download). In German, it is used as a masculine noun (der Download).
Der Download der neuen App ist kostenlos.
The download of the new app is free.
When 'Download' (download) describes the process, it is often used with verbs like 'starten' (to start), 'abschließen' (to complete), or 'abbrechen' (to cancel). Phrases like 'der Download läuft' (the download is running) or 'der Download dauert' (the download takes time) are also typical.
Wenn die Internetverbindung schlecht ist, kann der Download lange dauern.
If the internet connection is poor, the download can take a long time.
When 'Download' (download) refers to the file itself, you use verbs like 'öffnen' (to open), 'speichern' (to save), 'löschen' (to delete), or 'finden' (to find). The file often appears as the accusative object in the sentence.
Den Download findest du im Ordner „Downloads“ auf deinem Computer.
You’ll find the download in the 'Downloads' folder on your computer.
stream
'der Stream' and 'der Download' both have to do with data from the internet. The important difference is: with a stream, you listen to or watch something immediately while the data continues to be transmitted. With a download, you first copy a file onto your device or receive a file that has been downloaded. The words can be confused because with both, you often use music, films, or programs from the internet. Practically speaking: stream fits direct watching or listening, while download fits saving.
Vor der Reise startet Max den Download der Karten auf seinem Handy.
Before the trip, Max starts the download of the maps onto his phone.
Nach dem Essen fragt Amira, ob der Stream schon läuft.
After dinner, Amira asks whether the stream is already running.