| English | French |
| active software update point | point de mise à jour logicielle actif (The software update point for a site that interacts with Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) to configure software updates settings and manage software updates synchronization. The active software update point can accept connections from the intranet and the Internet) |
| agile software development | Agile software development (A conceptual framework for undertaking software engineering projects in a lighter, faster, more people-centric way. Many of the characteristics for agile software development originate in the Agile Manifesto established by the Agile Alliance, group of software professionals) |
| antimalware software | logiciel anti-programme malveillant (A computer program designed to detect and respond to malicious software, such as viruses and worms. Responses may include blocking user access to infected files, cleaning infected files or systems, or informing the user that an infected program was detected) |
| antispyware software | logiciel anti-espion (A general class of software used to detect spyware and sometimes remove it) |
| antivirus software | antivirus (A computer program designed to detect and respond to malicious software, such as viruses and worms. Responses may include blocking user access to infected files, cleaning infected files or systems, or informing the user that an infected program was detected) |
| as-built software | logiciel compilé à partir de différentes versions de fichiers sources (A deliverable, consisting of software components, that is the result of compiling (building) the raw code files from a discrete set of source versions) |
| client software | logiciel client (A program that is run on a client computer rather than on a server computer) |
| Configuration Manager Software Center | Centre logiciel Configuration Manager (The end-user program that allows the user to set preferences for how their software is installed. End users can also use Configuration Manager Software Center to request, install, remove, and monitor the software that is deployed by using System Center 2012 Configuration Manager) |
| Configuration Manager software distribution | distribution de logiciels de Configuration Manager (A Configuration Manager feature that automatically distributes software programs to client computers in a Configuration Manager hierarchy) |
| Configuration Manager software distribution | distribution de logiciels du Gestionnaire de configuration (A Configuration Manager feature that automatically distributes software programs to client computers in a Configuration Manager hierarchy) |
| Configuration Manager software inventory | inventaire logiciel du Gestionnaire de configuration (A Configuration Manager feature that automatically gathers information about software on clients in a Configuration Manager site) |
| Configuration Manager software inventory | inventaire logiciel Configuration Manager (A Configuration Manager feature that automatically gathers information about software on clients in a Configuration Manager site) |
| counterfeit software | logiciel contrefait (Software that a system builder does not obtain from an authorized distributor, or that a royalty OEM does not obtain from an authorized replicator. Counterfeit software usually has many of the following problems: missing drivers, missing documentation, viruses, bugs, and other defects. Installing legitimate Microsoft products helps ensure the quality of your products, prevents customer problems, and reduces requests for customer support) |
| Genuine Microsoft Software | Logiciels originaux Microsoft (Software that is published by Microsoft, properly licensed, and fully supported by Microsoft or a trusted partner) |
| Group Policy Software Installation | Installation des logiciels de la stratégie de groupe (An extension to the editor that accompanies the Group Policy Management Console (GPMC). The extension is used to deploy software packages by using a domain-based Group Policy object) |
| independent software vendor | éditeur de logiciels indépendant (A third-party software developer; an individual or an organization that independently creates computer software) |
| independent software vendor | fournisseur de logiciel indépendant (A third-party software developer; an individual or an organization that independently creates computer software) |
| Internet-based software update point | point de mise à jour logicielle basé sur Internet (The software update point for a site that accepts communication from only client computers on the Internet. There can be only one active Internet-based software update point) |
| malicious software | logiciel malveillant (Software that fulfills the deliberately harmful intent of an attacker when run) |
| Microsoft Software License Terms | Termes du contrat de licence logiciel Microsoft (A legal agreement between Microsoft and the user, with regard to the terms of use and transfer of software) |
| Microsoft Windows Software Explorer | Explorateur de logiciels Microsoft Windows (A tool in Windows Defender that can be to used change how a program runs on the computer if the program is causing a problem) |
| monitoring software | logiciel de surveillance (Software that monitors activity, such as keystrokes or screen images. These programs are often installed by the computer owner or administrator, and are only a threat if they are unexpected) |
| Open Software Descriptor file An XML-based file that instructs the client on how to retrieve the sequenced application from the Application Virtualization Management/Streaming Server and how to run the sequenced application in its virtual environment | fichier OSD (Open Software Descriptor) |
| packaged software | logiciel packagé (A commercial software program or collection of programs that is intended for a variety of users. Packaged software is normally put on a CD (or disks), packaged in a box and sold to the general public) |
| potentially unwanted software | logiciel potentiellement indésirable (Software that performs certain types of operations that the user does not expect, such as displaying advertisements, monitoring user activity, or collecting and transmitting private user information) |
| remote control software | logiciel de contrôle à distance (Software designed to provide access to a computer from a remote location. These programs are often installed by the computer owner or administrator, and are only a risk if unexpected) |
| Schedule Important Software Updates | Planification de mises à jour logicielles importantes (A tool on the main Windows SteadyState interface used to set schedules for software and operating system updates) |
| shadow copy client software | logiciel client pour clichés instantanés (Client software that enables an end user to independently recover data by retrieving a shadow copy) |
| SMS software distribution | distribution de logiciels SMS (An SMS feature that automatically distributes software programs to client computers in an SMS hierarchy) |
| SMS software inventory | inventaire logiciel SMS (An SMS feature that automatically gathers information about software on Legacy Client computers in an SMS site) |
| software asset management | gestion des licences logicielles (A best practice incorporating a set of proven processes and procedures for managing and optimizing the purchase, deployment, maintenance, utilization, and disposal of software applications within an organization. SAM practice helps to manage risk from counterfeit as well as improperly licensed software) |
| software bundler | programme d'installation de logiciels indésirables regroupés (A program that installs other potentially unwanted software, such as adware or spyware. The license agreement of the bundling program may require these other components in order to function) |
| software decoder | décodeur logiciel (A type of digital video disc () decoder that allows a DVD drive to display movies on your computer screen. A software decoder uses only software to display movies) |
| software deployment | déploiement de logiciels (The process of distributing and installing a software program throughout an entire organization) |
| software development kit A set of routines (usually in one or more libraries) designed to allow developers to more easily write programs for a given computer, operating system, or user interface | Kit de développement logiciel (SDK) |
| software development kit A set of routines (usually in one or more libraries) designed to allow developers to more easily write programs for a given computer, operating system, or user interface | Kit de développement logiciel (SDK) |
| software factory | fabrique logicielle (A structured collection of tools, templates, libraries, documents, and other assets. The factory extends an integrated development environment with a custom process used to build a specific type of software system, application, or component) |
| software factory asset | ressource de fabrique logicielle (A resource or set of resources provided by a software factory and used in a development environment to build a software application. Assets can include documents, models, configuration files, build scripts, source code files, prescriptive guidance, localization files, deployment manifests, test case definitions, and so forth) |
| software factory documentation | documentation de la fabrique logicielle (The help and other narrative that describes the other assets and activities contained in the software factory) |
| software factory product | produit de fabrique logicielle (The instance of a specific type of software system, application, or component built by the software factory) |
| software factory schema | schéma de la fabrique logicielle (The model that defines the structure of a factory. The schema organizes the assets and the custom process around a set of architectural views. The schema also describes the outputs of the factory) |
| software input panel | panneau de saisie (A software accessory that enables you to use a variety of direct input methods (such as handwriting, speech, touch, stylus, gestures, and so on) to interact with Windows-based programs. An input panel can include a writing pad and a character pad to convert handwriting into typed text or mathematical equations, and an on-screen keyboard to enter individual characters) |
| software keyboard | clavier logiciel (A keyboard representation on the screen that allows users to type using touch, a stylus, or other input device) |
| Software Licensing Commerce Client | Client de gestion de licences commerciales (A service or feature of Windows that enables licensing at the feature level; thereby broadening the distribution and licensing options for retailers, ISVs, and OEMs. New business models may include: trials, subscriptions, gifting, transfers, or pay-for-use) |
| Software Licensing Service | service de gestion de licences des logiciels (A service which provides an infrastructure that enforces a software license policy based on trusted platform module; thus, enabling secure licensing to, and only to, the license holder) |
| software metering | contrôle de logiciel (A feature that monitors program usage on client computers) |
| software package | package logiciel (The combination of files, settings, and related general information that is required to install software on managed computers. The general information includes items such as the command line that needs to run on computers to install the software, hardware requirements that must be met before the software can be successfully installed, and a schedule for the installation) |
| software piracy | piratage de logiciels (Any unauthorized copying, distribution, and use of computer software, or software theft) |
| software profile | profil logiciel (A Certificate Lifecycle Manager (CLM) profile created when a request is performed using a profile template that only includes software-based certificate templates) |
| software protection | protection logiciel (The process of protecting data from loss or corruption by preventing installation of driver software from untrusted sources) |
| Software Publishing Certificate An option button label in the Certificate type group box in the Certificate Settings Properties box in Mobile Deployment Manager | Certificat SPC (Software Publishing Certificate) |
| software router | routeur logiciel (A router that is not dedicated to performing routing, but performs routing as one of multiple processes running on the router computer) |
| software telephone | téléphone logiciel (A software program integrated within your computer to serve as a telephone) |
| software transformer | transformateur logiciel (A software module or routine that modifies the events (data) into a format expected by the output device, and emits the data to that device) |
| software update | mise à jour de logiciel (Any update, update rollup, service pack, feature pack, critical update, security update, or hotfix used to improve or fix a software product released by Microsoft Corporation) |
| Software Update Manager | gestionnaire des mises à jour logicielles (A security role that grants permissions to administrative users so that they can define and deploy software updates) |
| software update point | point de mise à jour logicielle (A Configuration Manager site role that is configured on a computer running WSUS) |
| software upgrade | mise à niveau de logiciel (A software package that replaces an existing version of a product with a newer and/or more powerful or sophisticated version of the same product. The upgrade process typically leaves existing customer data and preferences intact while replacing the existing software with the newer version) |
| unwanted software | logiciel indésirable (A software that was installed on the system without user's consent) |
| Windows Media Encoder Software Development Kit | Kit de développement de l'encodeur Windows Media (An SDK for creating encoding applications based on Windows Media technologies) |
| Windows Media Format Software Development Kit | Kit de développement du format Windows Media (An SDK for creating applications that play, write, edit, encrypt, and deliver Advanced Systems Format (ASF) files and network streams) |
| Windows Software Development Kit The SDK for developing on Windows. Developers can confidently select and install this SDK for all Windows apps (both Window Store apps and desktop apps). The SDK is integrated with Visual Studio and also available as a separate download | Kit de développement logiciel Windows (Kit SDK Windows) |
| Windows Software Development Kit for Windows Store Apps | Kit de développement logiciel Windows pour les applications du Windows Store (An SDK that contains everything for a developer to create an app for the Windows Store. It is a subset of the complete Windows SDK. This allows developers to stick with APIs that are safe for applications that would appear in the Store and are focused towards core app scenarios) |
| Windows 7 software logo | logo logiciel Windows 7 (Logo assigned to the software products that have passed Microsoft designed tests for compatibility and reliability on Windows 7) |
| Windows Software Protection Platform | Plateforme de protection de licence logicielle Windows (A technology that reduces software piracy by requiring that each installation of a Windows product be activated with Microsoft, either through the Internet or by telephone. A unique product key is required for each installation of Windows, but Microsoft does not request or collect any information other than the Product Key during the installation. The end user may reinstall Windows using the same Product Key on the same computer as many times as necessary, but it cannot be used to install Windows on another computer. The end user can make incremental hardware upgrades to the computer. However, if the hardware is significantly altered, the end user will be required to reactivate the installation of Windows) |
| Zune software | logiciel Zune (The computer-based program through which customers shop and download from the online Marketplace, play and manage music and video collections, and sync games, apps, and other media to their phones) |
