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Question 1

• 1. What is firmware and why is it necessary?


How does it relate to software and hardware?
Give an example.

• Firmware is a type of software that is


embedded directly into hardware components
to control their functions. It acts as a bridge
between hardware and higher-level software,
ensuring hardware operates correctly. For
example, the firmware in a computer's BIOS
Question 2
• 2. What is system software and why is it
necessary? Provide examples of system
software.

• System software is essential for managing and


operating hardware resources and provides a
platform for other software to run. Examples
include operating systems like Windows,
Linux, and macOS, and utilities like disk
management tools.
Question 3
• 3. Operating systems (O/S) are essential pieces
of software on a computer system. What is
the purpose of an O/S? Distinguish the key
features of the following types of O/S and give
an example of where each would be used:

• - Real-time O/S: Processes data immediately


as it arrives, used in systems like air traffic
control.
• - Embedded System: Built into devices for
Question 4
• 4. What is meant by the term Application
Software? Give an example.

• Application software is designed for end-users


to perform specific tasks, such as word
processing or browsing. Examples include
Microsoft Word and Google Chrome.
Question 5
• 5. Draw a diagram showing how hardware,
software, application software, firmware, and
system software are related.

• Hardware forms the base layer, with firmware


controlling hardware. System software
interacts with hardware through firmware,
and application software runs on system
software to serve user needs. [Include
diagram in the PowerPoint slides].
Question 6
• 6. Which category would you put the following
into:

• - BIOS: Firmware
• - Device Driver: System Software
• - Windows 11: System Software
• - Linux: System Software
• - Raspberry Pi: Embedded System
• - Python: Application Software
Question 7
• 7. Three categories of software are: general-
purpose software, program translators, and
utility software. Software in which category is
responsible for reorganizing files on a hard
disk and encrypting data on storage devices?

• Utility software is responsible for tasks like


reorganizing files on a hard disk and
encrypting data on storage devices.

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