online software

Definitions

Software that is accessed and used via the internet rather than being installed locally on a computer.

Applications or programs that require a network connection to function, often hosted on remote servers and delivered through a web browser.

Examples

Our team uses online software to collaborate on projects in real time.

Many businesses are switching to online software to reduce their reliance on local server maintenance.

The new online software allows users to edit documents directly within their web browser.

Synonyms

SaaS cloud-based application web-based software browser-based tool hosted service virtual platform internet-enabled program

Antonyms

offline software desktop application on-premises software local installation standalone program installed software legacy software