daemon
0 antonyms and opposites of daemon, grouped by meaning.
Noun — In computing, a background program that runs without direct user control, handling ongoing tasks.
Etymology
Named after Maxwell's demon, a thought experiment in physics — the popular idea that it stands for "disk and execution monitor" is a later, invented backronym.
Full origin of daemon →Frequently asked questions
What does “daemon” mean?
The word “daemon” means in computing, a background program that runs without direct user control, handling ongoing tasks. In plain terms, a background computer process that keeps running and responding to events without a user actively watching it.
How do you pronounce “daemon”?
“Daemon” is pronounced DEE-muhn (/ˈdiːmən/ in IPA).
How do you use “daemon” in a sentence?
Here is “daemon” used in a sentence: “The print daemon automatically manages jobs sent to the printer.”
What part of speech is “daemon”?
“Daemon” is a noun.