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What is a common function of an operating system?
What is a common function of an operating system?
- To manage input/output operations (correct)
- To facilitate communication between users
- To provide a platform for running system software
- To develop software applications
What is a fundamental type of system software?
What is a fundamental type of system software?
- Application software
- Operating system (correct)
- Utility software
- Compiler software
What is the primary function of system software?
What is the primary function of system software?
- To develop and maintain computer programs
- To facilitate user interaction by providing a user-friendly interface
- To provide a platform for running application software
- To manage and control hardware components of a computer system (correct)
What is the role of system software in a computer system?
What is the role of system software in a computer system?
What is an example of an operating system?
What is an example of an operating system?
What is the primary function of system software?
What is the primary function of system software?
What is the main purpose of application software?
What is the main purpose of application software?
What does system software help in organizing?
What does system software help in organizing?
What is an example of a peripheral device managed by system software?
What is an example of a peripheral device managed by system software?
What is a category of computer programs that provides mechanisms for storage and retrieval?
What is a category of computer programs that provides mechanisms for storage and retrieval?
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Software Overview
- Computer software is a collection of programs, data, and instructions that enable a computer to perform specific tasks or functions.
Types of Software
- System software and application software are the two main categories of computer software.
System Software
- Manages and controls the hardware components of a computer system.
- Provides a platform for running application software.
- Acts as an intermediary between the user and the hardware.
- Examples of system software include operating systems (OS).
Operating System (OS)
- Manages hardware resources and provides services for computer programs.
- Examples of operating systems include Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.
- Functions of an OS include:
- Providing a user-friendly interface for user interaction.
- Managing input/output operations.
- Allocating tasks to the processor.
- Managing memory allocation and deallocation to programs.
- Organizing files and directories, and providing storage and retrieval mechanisms.
- Managing peripheral devices and providing necessary device drivers.
- Providing security and access control through user authentications.
Application Software
- Designed to perform specific tasks or functions for computer users.
- Examples of application software include:
- Productivity software.
- Business software.
- Entertainment software.
- Educational software.
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