Vanilla software
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Vanilla software is computer software that is not customized from its delivered form - i.e. it is used without any customizations applied to it. Vanilla software can become a widespread de facto industry standard, widely used by businesses and individuals.
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[edit] Computer games
The term 'vanilla' is often used to describe the original version of a game, that has not been modified with third-party addons, nor developer updates. It can also refer to the original game engine when source ports or expansion packs are available.
[edit] Computer kernels
In computing, a vanilla kernel refers to a kernel that has been unmodified by any third party source. This typically applies to Unix based kernels.
[edit] Origin
The term comes from the traditional standard flavor of ice cream, vanilla flavor.
[edit] See also
- Out of the box
- Commercial off-the-shelf (or off the shelf)
- Turnkey
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