Software engine explained

A software engine is a core component of a complex software system. The word "engine" is a metaphor of a car's engine. Thus a software engine is a complex subsystem.

There is no formal guideline for what should be called an engine, but the term has become widespread in the software industry.^{[1] [2] [3]}

Notable examples

Multi-engine systems

• Mainstream web browsers have both a rendering engine and a JavaScript engine.
• Video games are often based on a game engine. Some of these also have specialized physics or graphics engines.

Notes and References

1. Web site: 10 Types of Software Engines That You Should Know About . In different contexts, software engines can mean different things. . spiceworks.com.
2. Web site: Engine . 2023-06-29 . Techopedia . en-US.
3. Web site: Definition of engine . pcmag.com.