Firmware: meaning, definitions and examples

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firmware

 

[ หˆfษœrmหŒwษ›r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

software component

Firmware is a type of software that is permanently programmed into a hardware device, providing low-level control for the device's specific hardware. Unlike regular software, firmware is stored in non-volatile memory, meaning it retains its functionality even when the device is powered off. Firmware is essential for devices such as routers, computer peripherals, and consumer electronics, allowing them to function correctly.

Synonyms

embedded software, program, software

Examples of usage

  • The printer's firmware needed an update.
  • He flashed the firmware on his router.
  • Make sure the firmware is compatible with the new device.
  • The camera's firmware was outdated, affecting performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "firmware" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น firmware

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเคฐเฅเคฎเคตเฅ‡เคฏเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Firmware

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ firmware

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพัˆะธะฒะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ oprogramowanie ukล‚adowe

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚กใƒผใƒ ใ‚ฆใ‚งใ‚ข

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท micrologiciel

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ firmware

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yazฤฑlฤฑm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŽŒ์›จ์–ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุจุฑู…ุฌูŠุงุช ุงู„ุซุงุจุชุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ firmware

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ firmware

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ›บไปถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ strojna programska oprema

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fastaforrit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะธะบั€ะพะฑะฐา“ะดะฐั€ะปะฐะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ˜แƒ แƒ›แƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sabit proqram tษ™minatฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ firmware

Etymology

The term 'firmware' originated in the late 1960s and early 1970s as a way to describe the software that is closely tied to hardware. It combines the terms 'firm' and 'software', indicating that it is more permanent than regular software yet not as ingrained as hardware. The use of firmware became more prominent with the rise of personal computing and consumer electronics. As hardware devices became more complex, the need for firmware to manage their operations grew. Initially, firmware was often stored on read-only memory (ROM), which allowed it to be executed directly by the hardware without the need for additional loading processes. Over time, as technology evolved, the storage of firmware expanded to include flash memory, enabling easier updates and modifications. Today, firmware continues to play a critical role in the functionality and usability of a wide range of electronic devices.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,929, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.