middleware

English

Etymology

From middle +‎ -ware.

Pronunciation

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Noun

middleware (usually uncountable, plural middlewares)

1. (computing) Software that functions at an intermediate layer between applications and operating system or database management system, or between client and server.
2. (computing) Networking software or hardware that is deployed in the middle of, as opposed to serviced by, a packet network to enhance or provide some network function, such as caching, filtering, or firewall functionality.

Derived terms

• message-oriented middleware

Spanish

Noun

middleware m (plural middlewares)

1. middleware