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Is Software Really "Soft"?

The term "software" stems from the "soft" floppy disks (51/4") that were used in the 1980's before "hard disks" and "hard drives" came out. They were called "floppy" disks because they were literally soft, bendable, and floppy. Before the advent of hard drives, all software was delivered via soft, or "floppy" disk.

 

The software category covers various types of software, ranging from email-based software to graphic design and networking software.  Categories include: