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Software and Application Software Notes

Software is a set of instructions for computers, categorized into system software, application software, and programming software. System software manages hardware and operations, while application software assists users in specific tasks. Key points include the necessity of system software for operation and the importance of memorizing examples for each category.

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Software and Application Software Notes

Software is a set of instructions for computers, categorized into system software, application software, and programming software. System software manages hardware and operations, while application software assists users in specific tasks. Key points include the necessity of system software for operation and the importance of memorizing examples for each category.

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Computer Software & Application Software - Study Notes

What is Software?

Software is a set of instructions that tell a computer what to do. It is intangible and works with hardware to perform tasks.

Types of Software

1. System Software: Manages computer hardware and system operations.

- Examples: Windows OS, Linux, Device Drivers, Antivirus, BIOS

2. Application Software: Helps users perform specific tasks.

- Examples: MS Word, Excel, Chrome, Zoom, Photoshop

3. Programming Software: Tools used to write code and develop other software.

- Examples: GCC, Turbo C++, Visual Studio, Eclipse

System Software vs Application Software

System Software:

- Controls and manages computer hardware

- Works independently

- Less user interaction

- Examples: OS, Drivers

Application Software:

- Helps in specific user tasks

- Depends on system software

- High user interaction

- Examples: MS Office, Browsers

Important Exam Points

1. Software = System Software + Application Software

2. System Software is essential for system operation.


Computer Software & Application Software - Study Notes

3. Application Software helps perform specific tasks like editing, browsing.

4. Programming Software helps develop other software.

5. Examples must be memorized for each category.

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