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firmware
Special software that is permanently stored in an electronic device (such as a router, camera, or smartphone) and controls its basic functions. It forms the interface between the hardware and the application software.
Du solltest die Firmware deines Routers aktualisieren, um Sicherheitslücken zu schließen.
You should update your router's firmware to close security vulnerabilities.
'Firmware' is an English loanword made up of 'firm' and 'ware'. It refers to software that is 'firmly' integrated into a device's hardware.
Die neue Firmware verbessert die Akkuleistung des Smartphones.
The new firmware improves the smartphone's battery performance.
This word belongs to the technical language of IT and electronics. It is used when talking about the basic software of devices such as routers, cameras, or printers.
Der Techniker erklärte, dass ein Fehler in der Firmware das Problem verursachte.
The technician explained that an error in the firmware was causing the problem.
The most common actions in connection with firmware are 'die Firmware aktualisieren' (to update the firmware), or 'updaten' (to update), 'installieren' (to install), or, in more technical contexts, 'flashen' (to flash).
Es wird empfohlen, regelmäßig die Firmware zu aktualisieren.
It is recommended to update the firmware regularly.
software
'die Software' and 'die Firmware' both have to do with programs on electronic devices. 'Software' is the general term for programs, apps, and data that you use on a computer or device. 'Firmware' is a special type of software: it is permanently stored in the device and controls its basic functions, for example in a router or a camera. The words can be confused because firmware is technically also software. In everyday language, however, people usually say 'Software' when talking about normal programs. 'Firmware' is more precise when it is about the internal control of a device or a device update.
Nach dem Update der Firmware startet der Router wieder schneller.
After the firmware update, the router starts up faster again.
Das Team installiert heute eine neue Software für die Terminplanung.
The team is installing new software for scheduling appointments today.