That's a lie, and you apparently do not know how to use a dictionary. Here is the definition I posted:
Computer programming instructions that are stored in a read-only memory unit rather than being implemented through software.
You can't read a definition, pick out the word you want and eliminate the rest. None of those sources you cited say that firmware=software, unless (as you're doing) one ignores all the other words in the dictionary.
The funniest part of all this is that you think your post proves your point. LOL
Also, I'm not an apple user.
You too have some reading problem. Look closely - what I posted is the first three words of the definition you posted and reposted in this message. Clearly you do not understand much about computer technology. The first three words of your definition is the definition of SOFTWARE the remainder of the definition refers to how software is stored - which is what the term firmware means.
You can't read a definition, pick out the word you want and eliminate the rest. None of those sources you cited say that firmware=software, unless (as you're doing) one ignores all the other words in the dictionary.
If you don't understand the subject you are trying to debate - you're better off remaining silent rather than pretending you understand something you do not.
Every single definition I posted says Firmware is software.
The funniest part of all this is that you think your post proves your point. LOL
Now you are just making a fool out of yourself - every technical definition I posted clearly states that first and foremost firmware is software - laughing is not going to change that
Also, I'm not an apple user.
But you do seem to be computer illiterate.