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systems software

American  

noun

  1. Computers. a collection of system programs for use with a particular computer system.


Etymology

Origin of systems software

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

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It also provides quantum computing systems, software, and services.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 31, 2026

It offers a complete stack of solutions including chips, systems, software, and networking, along with best-in-class performance at the leading edge.

From Barron's • Nov. 6, 2025

The software developer has archived hundreds of reels of open source code here, which are the building blocks underpinning computer operating systems, software, websites and apps.

From BBC • May 8, 2025

An open systems software architecture will allow subsystems from a variety of makers and manufacturers to add new avionics and weapons as the program ages — something the Pentagon’s prime contractors have long avoided.

From Washington Post • Dec. 17, 2022

Joining them were about 5,900 electrical engineers, about 14,000 mechanical engineers and 12,000 software developers of systems software.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 15, 2017