Word info

crapware

Noun

Meaning

(computing, informal) Software that is useless or of poor quality.
Synonyms: cheeseware, coasterware, crudware, (vulgar) shitware

(computing, informal) Unwanted software that comes pre-installed with personal computers or mobile devices.
Synonym: bloatware

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Examples

Like the Galaxy SII, the Droid Bionic is also awash in unremoveable crapware, though that's more common on Verizon phones. Source: Internet

It has reduced it's bloat and crapware lately, however, the bad reputation and criticism still stand. Source: Internet

Lenovo loads down their computers with too much crapware, but the user can remove it and will enjoy the system more without some of it. Source: Internet

The computers on display in the Microsoft Store come without any run-of-the-mill "crapware" -- the derisive term used for generic trial software and other unwanted programs that commonly clog new PCs when they're shipped by computer makers. Source: Internet

You bought a brand-new Windows laptop and, for whatever reason, the manufacturer was nice enough to let you go through the installation process yourself instead of filling your new system full of crapware for you. Source: Internet

You now find yourself in the corner with your blanket and a box of Adobe crapware. Source: Internet

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