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Originally Posted by cavedude
Although, it is true some people do legitimately confuse the term "install" with "download." I have a friend who doesn't install programs off a CD, but rather he claims to download them. *sigh*
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down⋅load
/ˈdaʊnˌloʊd/ [doun-lohd]
–verb (used with object) Computers.
to transfer (software, data, character sets, etc.) from a distant to a nearby computer, from a larger to a smaller computer, or from a computer to a peripheral device.
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down + load
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in⋅stall
/ɪnˈstɔl/ [in-stawl]
–verb (used with object)
1. to place in position or connect for service or use: to install a heating system; to install software on a computer.
2. to establish in an office, position, or place: to install oneself in new quarters.
3. to induct into an office or the like with ceremonies or formalities.
Also, instal.
Origin:
1375–1425; late ME < ML installāre. See in- , stall
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Of course, I work in tech support mainly installing software, so I get to deal with this on a daily basis
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