Szoftverpéldányt

Szoftverpéldányt is a Hungarian term that translates to "software instance" in English. It refers to a specific, running copy of a software application or program. When you launch a program on your computer, you are creating a software instance. This instance is an active process that occupies memory and utilizes system resources to perform its intended functions.

Think of a software program as a blueprint or a recipe. The blueprint or recipe itself isn't the actual building or the cooked meal. A software instance is the actual building constructed from the blueprint, or the meal prepared using the recipe. Multiple instances of the same software can run simultaneously. For example, you might open several browser windows, each representing a separate instance of your web browser software. Each instance operates independently, although they are all based on the same underlying program code.

Understanding the concept of a software instance is important in various computing contexts. It helps in managing system resources, troubleshooting performance issues, and understanding how applications interact with the operating system. When a program crashes, it's often a specific instance that has failed, and closing and reopening the application creates a new, fresh instance. The term emphasizes the dynamic and active nature of software in use, distinguishing it from the static program files stored on a disk.