Glossary Entry: Readme
Quick Definition
Many software programs come with a text file named Readme.txt. These files contain information on how to set up, configure, and use the software.
Readme files are especially common for shareware and open source programs. Shareware programs usually use them to explain how to purchase the full program, while open source software tends to treat them as a form of manual.
Readme files are especially common for shareware and open source programs. Shareware programs usually use them to explain how to purchase the full program, while open source software tends to treat them as a form of manual.
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