1.软件：
顾名思义，软件只是任何一种程序或一组程序中的一种软件系统或应用程序，负责引导计算机执行某些任务。
2.免费软件：
顾名思义，免费软件只是一种免费使用的产品或软件，不需要付费，并且允许用户访问它而没有任何限制，但对其商业用途有一些限制。
软件和免费软件之间的区别：
| Software | Freeware |
|---|---|
| Software’s are distributed at some cost. | Freeware are software’s that are distributed at not cost. |
| It is set of instructions used to operate computer and execute particular tasks. | It is used to make it easier for user to study how program works. |
| Features of software includes usability, flexibility, not manufacture, portability, etc. | Features of freeware includes free to study, redistribute, modify, used for any purpose, etc. |
| Types of software includes programming software, application software, driver software, etc. | Types of freeware includes open source software copylefted software, free software, etc. |
| Benefits of software includes streamline business operations, improve efficiency, replace paper processes, measure productivity, etc. | Benefits of freeware includes available at minimal cost, provide full freedom, provide better security, no spying on users, etc. |
| Examples of software includes Microsoft Word, Slack, Pandora, Safari, etc. | Examples of freeware includes Adobe reader, free studio, skype, etc. |
| It does not allow users to access source code, modify it write additional code. | It allows users to access source code, modify it, write additional code, etc. |
| This are more difficult to use than freeware. | This are less difficult to use than software. |