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Computer
Education I
Quarter 1 – Module 3:
Types of Computer Software
Science – Grade 7
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Quarter 1 – Module 3: Types of Computer Software
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Computer
Education I
Quarter 1 – Module 3:
Types of Computer Software
Week 3-4
Introductory Message
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Welcome to the Computer Education I Grade 7 Alternative Delivery Mode

(ADM) Modules on Types of Computer Software!

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 What I Need to Know

This module was deviced and offered to enhance the interest of

learners in computer, specifically in identifying the types and give example
of computers software, respectively.The different activities will help the
learners ability to understand the lessons. The lessons are arranged to follow
the standard sequence of the most essential learning competencies. The
facilitator in-charge may revise the activities depending on the capability of
the learners who will be using this module.

This Module is divided in two lessons, namely:

• Lesson 1 – Systems Software

• Lesson 2 – Application Software

Most Essential Learning Competency:

Demonstrate skills in illustrating the capabilities and the limitations of

computer tools.

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. Define computer software;

2. Identify the common systems software and give examples;
3. Explain the importance of sytems software and application software;
4. Identify the terms used related to application software;
5. Describe application software and give examples;
6. Compare and contrast the different types of computer software.

What I Know
Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a separate sheet
of paper.

1. What is a computer software? It is a______

a. covering for a computer.
b. device for cleaning a computer.
c. book about how computer work.
d. set of programmed commands that a computer interprets and
executes.

2. Which is built directly on the hardware?

a. Application Software c. Database System
b. Computer Environment d. Operating System

3. Which of the following DOES NOT belong to the group?

a. b. c. d.

4. Which of the following BEST describes a device driver?

a. It runs at a high level of privilege within the operating system
runtime environment.
b. It manages the computer's memory and processes, as well as all of
its
software and hardware.
c. It refers to a collection of data, programs, procedures, instructions,
and documentation that perform various predefined tasks on a
computer system.
d. All of the above.

5. Which of the following refers to the soul of computer?

a. Advance Software c. Computer Software
b. Application Software d. Systems Software

6. It is also known as end-user programs.

a. Application Software c. Operating Software
b. Firmware d. Programming Language Translators

7. Which of the following refers to the software that is able to play, create or
record images, audio or video files?
a. Database Software
b. Graphics Software
c. Multimedia Software
 d. Education and Reference Software

8. Which of the following DOES NOT belong to the group?

a. Display Drivers
b. Printer Drivers
c. User Device Drivers
d. Motherboard Drivers

9. Which of the following is an example of Word Processor?

a. Adobe Photoshop
b. Google Docs
c. FileMaker
d. FoxPro

10. The following are examples of utility software EXCEPT

a. Avast Antivirus
b. Piriform Cleaner
c. Windows File Explorer
d. Consumer Applications

Lesso Systems Software

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What’s In

In Module 2, you have enhanced your skills and understanding in

defining, identifying the types and parts of computers. As we all know that a
computer system comprises of two main components, the hardware or
physical part which you have previously learned and software which consists
of the non – physical or set of instructions.
In this module you will learn about the types of computer software and
how the types of computer software are associated with each other.

What’s New

We all react differently according to situations? Have you ever thought

how it becomes possible? Let us understand this with the help of an example.
What happens when you ask a question and you know the answer? You
will simply raise your hand. Is it correct? What prompts you to raise your
hand? It is the brain that gives you instruction to react this manner? Similarly,
the computer gets all the instructions from the software to perform various
tasks.
Everyday, we come across with different types of computer software
that help us with our tasks and increase our efficiency. From MS Windows
that greets us when we switch on the system to the web browser that is used
to surf the internet or the games that we play on our computer to the calorie
burn counter on our smartphone, are all examples of software.
In this world of technology, we even come across with various software
development trends that help our business to grow, we are surrounded by all
these softwares which are determined to make our lives easier. Computer
software is the soul of computer. Without computer software, computers
cannot exist.
 What is It

By definition, a Software (also abbreviated as an SW or S/W) is a

collection of data, programs, procedures, instructions, and documentation
that perform various predefined tasks on a computer system. They enable
users to interact with the computer.
In the field of software engineering and computer science, the software
is nothing but information processed by a computer system and programs.
The software includes libraries, programs, and corresponding non-executable
data, such as digital media and online documentation. Computer hardware
and software need each other and neither one of them can be convincingly
used on its own. Without software, computers would be of no use. For
instance, without the help of your web browser software, you will not be able
to surf the internet. Similarly, without an operating system, no application
can run on your computer.
Today there are abundant high-end technologies and software
accessible to us that outline the way we lead our lives and house our
continuously changing and increasing needs. The endless number of software
types can be overwhelming for anybody, especially when one does not
understand the various types of software and their users thoroughly.
Computer software or software is a general term that describes
computer programs. Related terms such as software programs, applications,
scripts, and instruction sets all fall under the category of computer software.
Therefore, installing new programs or applications on your computer is
synonymous with installing new software on your computer. A computer
software is essential because it manages the computer's memory and
processes, as well as all of its software and hardware. It also allows you to
communicate with the computer without knowing how to speak the
computer's language.
Good job! Before reading the next page , you are task to answer the
succeding activity about the computer software.
Activity 1.1: The Fact or Bluff of the Computer Software

Objectives: Define and describe the computer software.

Directions: Write FACT if the statement is correct and BLUFF if the

statement is incorrect. Write the answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. A computer software requires a set of instructions that tells the

computer what is to be done with the input data.
2. Computer software is a part of a computer system that consists of
encoded information or computer instructions.
3. The term computer software is synonymous with computer data.
4. A computer software is anything that can be stored electronically.
5. The computer software is used to contrast with computer hardware.
6. Computer softwares are commonly known as programs or
applications.
7. The computer software comprises the entire set of programs,
procedures, and routines associated with the operation of a
computer
system.
8. A computer software provides the means of accomplishing many
different tasks with the same basic hardware.
9. A computer software consists of lines of text written by computer
programmers that have been compiled into a computer program.
10. A computer software programs are stored as complex data that is
copied to a computer's hard drive, when it is installed.

Types of Computer Software

Systems Software

Systems software aids the user and the hardware to function and
interact with each other. Basically, it is a software to manage computer
hardware behavior so as to provide basic functionalities that are required by
the user. In simple words, we can say that system software is an
intermediator or a middle layer between the user and the hardware. These
computer software sanction a platform or environment for the other software
to work in. This is the reason why systems software is very important in
managing the entire computer system. When you first turn on the computer,
it is the systems software that gets initialized and gets loaded in the memory
of the system. The systems software runs in the background and is not used
by the end-users. This is the reason why systems software is also known as
‘low-level software’. The systems software includes operating systems, device
drivers and diagnostic tools. Systems software is almost always pre-installed
on your computer.

Some common systems software examples are:

A. Operating System

It is the most prominent example of systems software. It is a collection

of software that handles resources and provides general services for the
other applications that run over them. Although each operating system is
different, most of them provide a Graphical User Interface through which a
user can manage the files and folders and perform other tasks. Every device,
whether a desktop, laptop or mobile phone requires an operating system to
provide the basic functionality to it. As an OS essentially determines how a
user interacts with the system, therefore many users prefer to use one
specific OS for their device. There are various types of operating system such
as real-time, embedded, distributed, multiuser, single-user, internet, mobile,
and many more. It is important to consider the hardware specifications
before choosing an operating system.
The computer's operating system (OS) manages all of the software and
hardware on the computer. Most of the time, there are several different
computer programs running at the same time, and they all need to access
your computer's central processing unit , memory, and storage. The
operating system coordinates all of this to make sure each program gets
what it needs.
Some examples of Operating systems given below: Android, CentOS, iOS,
Linux, Mac OS, MS Windows,Ubuntu,Unix. See the images below.

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B. Device Drivers

A device driver is a special kind of software program that controls a

specific hardware device attached to a computer. Device drivers are essential
for
a computer to work properly. These programs may be compact, but
they provide the all-important means for a computer to interact with
hardware, for everything from mouse, keyboard and display (user
input/output) to working with networks, storage and graphics.
Device drivers generally run at a high level of privilege within the
operating system runtime environment. Some device drivers, in fact, may be
linked directly to the operating system kernel, a portion of an OS such as
Windows, Linux or Mac OS, that remains memory resident and handles
execution for all other code, including device drivers. Device drivers relay
requests for device access and actions from the operating system and its
active applications to their respective hardware devices. They also deliver
outputs or status/messages from the hardware devices to the operating
system.
Further, there are two types of device drivers: Kernel Device Drivers
and User Device Driver. Some examples of device drivers are: BIOS Driver,
Display Drivers, Motherboard Drivers, Printer Drivers, ROM Drivers Sound
card Drivers, USB Drivers,VGA Drivers and Virtual Device Drivers.

C. Firmware

Firmware is the permanent software that is embedded into a read-only

memory. It is a set of instructions permanently stored on a hardware device.
It provides essential information regarding how the device interacts with
other hardware. Firmware can be considered as ‘semi-permanent’ as it
remains permanent unless it is updated using a firmware updater.
Firmware is a software program or set of instructions programmed on a
hardware device. It provides the necessary instructions for how the device
communicates with the other computer hardware. Firmware is typically
stored in the flash ROM of a hardware device.
Some examples of firmware are: BIOS, Computer Peripherals,
Consumer Applications, Embedded Systems and UEFI.

D. Programming Language Translators

 A program written in high-level language by the programmer is called
as source code. To convert the source code into machine code, translators
are needed. A translator takes a program written in source language as input
and converts it into a program in target language as output. It also detects
and reports the error during translation by providing diagnostic messages
wherever the programmer violates specification of the high-level language
program.

These are mediator programs on which software programs rely to

translate high-level language code to simpler machine-level code.
Some examples of programming languages that use interpreters are
Python, Ruby, Perl and PHP.
Besides simplifying the code, the translators also do the following :
1. assign data storage;
2. enlist source code as well as program details;
3. offer diagnostic reports; and
4. rectify system errors during the runtime.

E. Utility

Utility software is designed to aid in analyzing, optimizing, configuring

and maintaining a computer system. It supports the computer infrastructure.
This software focuses on how an OS functions and then accordingly it decides
its trajectory to smoothen the functioning of the system. Softwares like
antiviruses, disk cleanup & management tools, compression tools, and
defragmenters are all utility tools.
Utility software, along with operating system software, is a type of
system software, distinguishing it from application software.
Some examples of utility tools are: Avast Antivirus, Directory Opus,
McAfee Antivirus, Piriform Ccleaner, Razer Cortex, Windows File Explorer,
WinRAR and WinZip. See the images below.

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What’s More

Activity 1.2: Systems Software Crossword Puzzle

Objective: Identify the common systems software.

Directions: Solve the crossword puzzle by filling in the correct word/term.

Refer to the clues. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

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Across:
1. It is a designed to aid in analyzing, optimizing, configuring and maintaining
a
computer system.
2. It manages all of the software and hardware on the computer.
3. Example of utility tool.
4. Example of firmware.
5. Example of device driver.
Down:
6. It is a software program or set of instructions programmed on a hardware
device.
7. It is a special kind of software program that controls a specific hardware
device attached to a computer.
8. Example of operating system.

Activity 1.3: Where Do I Belong?

Objective: Identify the examples of systems software.

Directions: Identify the different examples of Systems Software.

Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
Android, Avast Antivirus, Python, BIOS, Computer
Peripherals, Unix,
Directory Opus, Ruby, CentOS, Razer Cortex, Motherboard,
MS Windows,
WinRAR, Ubuntu, Display Drivers
Table 1. Common Systems Software and Their Examples
Operating Utility Firmware Device Programming
System Driver Languages Translato
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Android Avast BIOS Motherboar Python
Antivirus d
Unix Directory Computer Display Ruby
Opus Peripherals Drivers
CentOS Razer
Cortex
MS Windows WinRAR

Ubuntu

What I Have Learned

Directions: Identify the term described in each number. Fill in the blanks with
the correct word/s. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

1. __________________, or simply software, is a collection of data or computer

instructions that tell the computer how to work.
2. A _________ is a specific type of software that manages a computing device.
3. The system software comprises the operating system, ___________, utility,
________________________________ and device drivers.
4. An operating system has two functions: to coordinate the computers
resources and to ____________ ______________________.
5. The Programmed language translators can :
a. Assign data _________________.
b. Enlist ___________ ___________ as well as program details

6. ________________ is the permanent software that is embedded into a read-

only
memory.
7. A ____________ ____________ is software that contains a set of instructions
that command a computer’s operating system on how to communicate with
the hardware so that it can function properly.
8. Softwares like antiviruses, disk cleanup & management tools, compression
tools, defragmenters are all ______________ ___________.

What I Can Do

Objective: Explain the importance of sytems software.

Directions: Answer the following questions.Write your answer on a separate
sheet of paper. A
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1. Why is systems software important in a computer ?
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______________________________________________________________________________
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software is a collection of programs that supports computer operations
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Lesso
n Application Software
2

What’s In

In the previous lesson you have learned all about computer software
and the systems software as type of computer software. You also learned
the common systems software such as the operating system, device drivers,
firmware, utility and programming laguage translators with their respective
examples.

Prepare yourself in this lesson because you will learn about other
types of computer software. You will discover the various type of application
software. In order to let your own excitement come through, you may begin
the journey!

What’s New

Computer application software is basically one of the vital components

in operating computers. Without application software, your computer would
be virtually useless. Any program that you use to complete specific tasks is in
fact, application software. Photo Editors, Movie Editors, Microsoft Word,
Publisher, PowerPoint, Excel and Access are all different types of application
software.
 To understand the distinction of different information of terms that are
connected in computer systems. You may now answer the activity below.

Activity 2.1: Application Software Word Challenge

Objectives: Identify the terms used related to application software.

Directions: Read the introduction of computer application above. Find as

many words as possible by tracing the words found from the letter grid. Write
your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

A C O M P U T E R T S H J V D E U O
R M N O U J K G F S E P E R G D J M
T O M R B E B A A E I H R O U A U A
S Z I T L R A R W E R O O M R U T S
D I O M I C R O S O F T W O R D U S
C L R E C M A D O S O O I V O E E K
A L D S A A C T F T O E N I D D R F
E A S D T M E P T O T D D E A K S I
X F G U I R R O Y U R I O E X C E L
C I F S O F T W A R E T R D E A R E
E R A T N U E E R A S O R I X R V M
X E A S O R A R M R T R S T C E I A
A F R G W E R P Y T X A O O L S C K
R O A D R G O O G L E T U R E S E E
H X D M U L T I M E D I A P Y O S R
N R A N E O O N Y A K C S O U N R E
O A R M E B R T E V A S A P W E E D

What is It

Application Software is known as end-user programs or productivity

programs are software that helps the user in completing tasks such as doing
online research, jotting down notes, setting an alarm, designing graphics,
keeping an account log, doing calculations or even playing games. Unlike
system software, they are used by the end-user and are specific in their
functionality or tasks and do the job that they are designed to do. For
example, a browser is an application designed specifically for browsing the
internet or MS Powerpoint is an application used specifically for making
presentations.
Application Software or simply applications can also be referred to as
non-essential software as their requirement is highly subjective and their
absence does not affect the functioning of the system. All the applications
that we see on our mobile phones are also examples of Application Software.
This software includes executable files and data files such as Installer
program, Uninstaller program, Main executable file, Support modules and
Data modules.
Application software, however, is the most important type for computer
users because it is used to achieve many of the tasks that make us turn to
our computers in the first place, such as word processing, web browsing and
data crunching.
Application software applies the power of system software. This is why
when downloading software, you have to find a version that is compatible
with your running operating system. In essence, that software draws on the
OS to create a Word document, spreadsheet or PowerPoint presentation.

Various Types of Application Software What

Activi
Word Processors: It is a device or computer program that provides for Bluff a
input, editing, formatting and output of text, often with some additional Softw
features. The functions of a word processor program fall somewhere between 1. fa
those of a simple text editor and a fully functioned desktop publishing 2. fa
program. Some examples of word processors are: Abiword, Apple iWork-
3. bl
4. fa
Pages, Corel WordPerfect, Google Docs and MS Word. 5. fa
6. fa
Database Software: It is a software program or utility used for creating, 7. bl
8. fa
editing and maintaining database files and records. This type of software 9. bl
allows users to store data in the form of structured fields, tables and 10.b
columns, which can then be retrieved directly and/or through programmatic
access. It is also known as theDatabase Management System or DBMS . They
help with the organization of data. Some examples of DBMS are: Clipper,
dBase, FileMaker, FoxPro, MS Access and MySQL.

Multimedia Software: It is the software that is able to play, create or record

images, audio or video files. They are used for video editing, animation,
graphics, and image editing, Some examples of Multimedia Software are:
Adobe Photoshop, Inkscape, Media Monkey, Picasa, VLC Media Player,
Windows Media Player and Windows Movie Maker.

Education and Reference Software: These types of software are

specifically designed to facilitate learning on a particular subject. There are
various kinds of tutorial software that fall under this category. They are also
termed as academic software. Some examples are: Delta Drawing, Gcompris,
Jumpstart titles, KidPix, MindPlay and Tux Paint.
Graphics Software: It has been deviced to work with graphics as it helps
the user to edit or make changes in visual data or images. It comprises of
picture editors and illustration software. Graphic software helps user to give
visual effects in all form. Some examples are: Adobe Photoshop, Autodesk
Maya, Blender, Carrara, CorelDRAW, GIMP and Modo PaintShop Pro.

Web Browsers: The web browser, or simply "browser," is an application

used to access and view websites. The primary function of a web browser is
to render HTML, the code used to design or "mark up" webpages. Each time a
browser loads a web page, it processes the HTML, which may include text,
links, and references to images and other items, such as cascading style
sheets and JavaScript functions. The browser processes these items, then
renders them in the browser window. They help the user in locating and
retrieving data across the web. Some examples of web browsers are:Google
Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Apple Safari, UC Browser and
Microsoft Internet Explorer.

What’s More

Activity 2.2: The Checklist of Application Software

Objective: Identify the types of application softwares.

Directions: Given below are examples of application software. Place a check

(✔) mark in the column to identify the types of application software. Write
your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

Various Types of Application Software

Example of Word Data Multi Education Graphics Web
Application Processor base media and Softwar Browser
Software Software Soft Referenc e
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Software
1. Abiword
2. Clipper
3. Inkscape
4. Delta
Drawing
5. Autodesk
Maya
6. Microsoft
Edge
7. Apple
Safari
8. Modo
PaintShop
Pro
9. MindPlay
10.
Windows
Media
Player
11.
FileMaker
12. Apple
iWork-
Pages
13.Opera
14. GIMP
15. Delta
Drawing

What I Have Learned

Directions: Identify the term described in each number. Write your answer
separate sheet of paper.

1. ___________ is computer software designed to perform a group of

coordinated functions, tasks, or activities for the benefit of the user.
2. The Word Processor is a device or computer program that provides for
_____, _______, __________ and output of text, often with some additional
features.
3. The following are executable files and data files in the Application
software;______________, uninstaller program, ________________, support
modules and_____________.
4. The Database Software allows users to store data in the form of
structured fields, ________ and __________, which can then be retrieved
directly and/or through programmatic access.
5. The _________________has been deviced to work with graphics as it helps
the user to edit or make changes in visual data or images.
6. The _______________ is an application used to access and view websites.

What I Can Do

Activity 2.3: The Big Picture

Objective: Explain the importance application software.

Directions: Assume the role of a responsible computer user. Write five (5)
reasons why do you need to install an application software in your computer.
Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

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*Rubrics for scoring

Score 10 8 6 5

Criteria Expert Accomplished Capable Beginner

Written Written Written Written

Content and performance performance performance performance
information was done in was done in was done in was done
an an interesting little style. with no style.
extraordinary style.
way. Essay is Essay lacks Essay
Essay is informative some provides a
informative & and information. few
well- organized. information.
organized.
No Almost no A few Many
Mechanics grammatical, grammatical, grammatical grammatical,
and spelling or spelling or spelling, or spelling or
Technicalitie punctuation punctuation punctuation punctuation
s errors. errors. errors. errors.
(1-2 errors) (3-4 errors) (5 or more
errors)
 Assessment

Multiple Choice. Choose the letter of the best answer.

Write the chosen letter on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Which of the following refers to the part of a computer system that

consists
of encoded information or computer instructions?
a. System software c. Computer hardware
b. Computer software d. Application software
2. Computer is any device which aids humans in performing various kinds of
computations or calculations. Which principle of computer system is/are
involved?
a. It responds to a specific set of instructions in a well-defined manner.
b. It can execute a pre-recorded list of instructions.
c. It can quickly store and retrieve large amounts of data.
d. All of the above.

3. Which of the following helps computer carry out its basic tasks such as
operating systems, BIOS, utilities and translators?
a. System software c. Computer hardware
b. Computer software d. Installer Program software
4. What is an operating system? It is a ______
a. section of software that must be part of every program.
b. part of the hardware that operates input and output devices.
c. part of the hardware that operates the mouse and the window on
the monitor.
d. systems software that coordinates the hardware and software
components of a computer system.
5. Which is built directly on the hardware?
a. Operating System c. Application Software
b. Database System d. Computer Environment
6. Maria needs to submit her science essay output. She wants to create,
store,
and print the documents. Which application software will she apply to
finish
her output?
a. Word processor c. Presentation Software
b. Spreadsheet d. Data base Management System
7. Which of the following BEST describes a Program Language Translator?
 a. It is written in high-level language by the programmer and is called
a source code.
b. It is program that provides the necessary instructions on how the
device communicates with the other computer hardware.
c. It is a program which helps the user to give visual effects in all form.
d. It is a program designed to aid in analyzing, optimizing, configuring
and maintaining a computer system.
8. Which of the following DOES NOT belong to the group?
a. b. c. d.

For item # 9, refer to the diagram below.

9. Which of the following statements justify the diagram?

a. It supports the computer infrastructure and activities of information
systems.
b. It provides access and actions from the operating system and its
active
applications to their respective hardware devices.
c. Information systems depend on software resources to help end users
use computer hardware to transform data into information products.
d. The operating system of a computer manages the operations of the
CPU, controls the input/output and storage resources and activities
of
the computer system.
10. Which of the following DOES NOT belong to the group?
a. MySQL
b. KidPix
c. Tux Paint
d. Jumpstart titles

Additional Activities

Activity 2.4: Systems software V.S Application software

Objectives: Compare and contrast the common computer systems.

Directions: Answer the following by completing the needed information.
Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

In a Venn diagram, compare and contrast the systems software and

application software.

Systems Software Application Software

Rubrics for scoring

CRITERIA
4 3 2 1

Concept Each section Each section Each section Each section

Arrangement of the of the diagram of the diagram of the diagram
diagram contains three contains three contains very
contains four facts easily facts that are few facts that
facts easily identified. somewhat are not easily
identified. identified. identified.

Primary Student Student Student Student shows

Source exhibits illustrates a display a little or no
Content mastery of firmer limited understanding
the material understanding understanding of topic.
as evidenced of most of the with some
by attention similarities details
to detail. and pertinent to
differences. the subject
matter.

Linking Reflects Most of the Reflects some Contains non-

Content factual information is factual factual
Together information factual and information information
 that seemingly and attempts that does not
corresponds corresponds to put it in correspond to
with with corresponding the
appropriate appropriate section of appropriate
section of section of diagram. section of
diagram. diagram. diagram.

Answer Key

What I
Know
1. d
2. d
3. c
4. a
5. c
6. c
7. c
8. c
9. b
10. d

What’s More
Activity 1.2: The Systems Software Crossword Puzzle
 What’s More
1.3: Where Do I Belong?

What I Have Learned

1. Computer software
2. system software
3. firmware, programming
language translators
4. service applications.
5. storage, source code
6. Firmware
7. device driver
8. utility tools
What’s New
Activity 2.1: Application Software Word Challenge

A C O M P U T E R T S H J V D E U O
R M N O U J K G F S E P E R G D J M
T O M R B E B A A E I H R O U A U A
S Z I T L R A R W E R O O M R U T S
D I O M I C R O S O F T W O R D U S
C L R E C M A D O S O O I V O E E K
A L D S A A C T F T O E N I D D R F
E A S D T M E P T O T D D E A K S I
X F G U I R R O Y U R I O E X C E L
C I F S O F T W A R E T R D E A R E
E R A T N U E E R A S O R I X R V M
X E A S O R A R M R T R S T C E I A
A F R G W E R P Y T X A O O L S C K
R O A D R G O O G L E T U R E S E E
H X D M U L T I M E D I A P Y O S R
N R A N E O O N Y A K C S O U N R E
O A R M E B R T E V A S A P W E E D

What’s More
Activity 2.2: The Checklist of Application What I Have Learned
Software
1. Application software
1.Word Processor 2. input, editing, formatting.
2.Data base Software 3. Installer program, Main
3.Multimedia Software executable file, Data modules
4.Education and Reference Software 4. tables, columns
5.Graphics Software 5.Graphics Software
6.Web Browser 6. Web browser
7.Web Browser
8.Graphics Software
9.Education and Reference Software Assessment
10.Multimedia Software 1. b
11.Database Software
2. d
12.Word Processor
13.Web Browser 3. a
14.Graphics Software 4. d
15.Education and Reference Software 5. a
6. a
7. a
8.b
` 9. c
10. a
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