standalone program

Definitions

A software application that can run independently without requiring other programs or dependencies to function.

A self-contained executable file that does not rely on an external host environment or runtime library to operate.

Examples

The developer decided to package the utility as a standalone program so that users would not need to install any additional dependencies.

Unlike the browser extension, this standalone program runs independently on your desktop and does not require an active internet connection.

Synonyms

independent application self-contained software executable program autonomous utility portable application

Antonyms

dependent module integrated plugin library component subroutine browser-based extension