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Introduction to

Computer Software

Faculty of Engineering and Technology


Computer Software

• Software is a set of programs that enables the hardware to


perform a specific task.

• Examples of computer software:


– System software
– Application software
– Utility software
Computer Software

System Software

• The system software is the main software that runs the computer.

• When you turn on the computer, it activates the hardware and


controls and coordinates their functioning.

• The application programs are also controlled by system software.

• Example Operating System


Computer Software

• Operating System (OS)


• Examples:
–Windows
–Mac OS
–Linux
–Unix
–Android
Computer Software

Application Software

• Application software, also known as an application, is


computer software designed to help the user to perform specific
tasks.
Computer Software
Application Software Examples

–Word processor

–Spread sheet

–Database Management System

–Presentation software

–Graphic editor

–Video games
Computer Software

Utility Software
• Utility software is designed to help analyze, configure, optimize
or maintain a computer.
Computer Software

Utility Software
• Examples:
–Antivirus
–Disk defragment
–Screensaver
–Disk cleaner
–File manager
Firmware

• Firmware is a software program or set of instructions


programmed on a hardware device.
• Layer between hardware and software.

• Also called “Embeded software”.

• Non volatile , installed on ROM chips (ROM , PROM , EPROM ) or


flash chips.
Example :The BIOS found in various computers

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