软件和技术的区别

1. 软件：
软件，顾名思义，就是人们生产的一种或一种技术，允许用户使用计算机或任何技术设备执行特定的任务或过程，仅称为计算机。

2. 技术：
技术，顾名思义，就是人为解决具体问题、改进工作、提高效率等而产生的一种工具，旨在满足人类的需求。

软件和技术的区别：

Software	Technology
Software’s are computer programs that run on computer.	Technology are things developed to solve specific problems.
It is used to create non-physical tool to solve any information based problem.	It is used in production of goods or services to accomplish objective.
Features of software includes usability of software, reusability of components, flexibility of software, etc.	Features of technology includes creative and critical thinking, work functional and practical way, unexpected results, socially embedded activity, etc.
Benefits of software includes increased productivity, better customer service, enhanced analysis, simplified decision making, etc.	Benefits of technology includes saves time, cost efficiency, ease of access to information, better learning techniques, etc.
Examples of software includes MySQL, MS Access, Google Docs, WinZip, Directory Opus, BIOS, etc.	Examples of technology includes smart phones, tablet computers, automatic lights, activity and heath monitoring, etc.
Type of software’s include system software, application software, programming software, etc.	Type of technology includes mechanical, technical, electronic, industrial and manufacturing, communications, information, etc.
Its main purpose is to operate computers and execute specific tasks.	Its main purpose is to solve problems of matter, energy, communication, time, technical issues, etc.
Factors that are needed to be considered while selecting software includes customization, learning curve for staff, budget, security, customer support, etc.	Factors that are needed to be considered while selecting technology includes cost and time, productivity, main requirement, customizability and adaptability, etc.
It is a part or component of technology i.e. subset.	It includes many things such as mechanical, electrical, thermodynamics, skills, processes, methods, etc.