Middleware
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Middleware is a noun meaning (computing) Software that functions at an intermediate layer between applications and operating system or database management system, or between client and server.
Meaning
(computing) Software that functions at an intermediate layer between applications and operating system or database management system, or between client and server.
More Meanings
- (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.
Word Forms
- middlewares
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include platform, migrator, presenter, stub, bridge, metaserver.
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