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What is the primary function of system software?
What is the primary function of system software?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of application software?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of application software?
Which of the following is considered system software?
Which of the following is considered system software?
How does application software directly benefit the user?
How does application software directly benefit the user?
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Which example does NOT fall under application software?
Which example does NOT fall under application software?
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Study Notes
System Software
- A set of programs that control and manage computer hardware operation
- Provides a platform for other software to run on
- Necessary for seamless hardware and software operation
- Provides a user interface for interacting with the computer
- Manages the allocation and usage of hardware resources
Application Software
- Programs used to perform various tasks or applications (apps) on a computer
- Allows users to perform specific operations using the computer's resources
- Can be a single program (e.g., Notepad) or a suite of programs (e.g., Microsoft Office)
- Users can execute the software as needed
Other Software Types
- Word processors
- Spreadsheets
- Data processors
- Internet browsers
- Games
- Control and Measurement Software
- Photo Editing Software
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Description
Explore the two main categories of computer software: system software and application software. This quiz will help you understand the functions and types of software that enable computers to operate efficiently and assist users in performing various tasks.
