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Computer program | Definition & Facts | Britannica

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“Computer program, detailed plan or procedure for solving a problem with a computer; specifically, an unambiguous, ordered sequence of computational instructions necessary to achieve such a solution. Computer programs are distinguished from equipment by referring to the former as software and the latter as hardware.” (the page’s own description)

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