Introduction to Computer Software

The primary function of an Operating System is to control and operate a computer system.

System software is a set of programs that control and manage the operations of computer hardware. Examples include Operating system, Utility programs, Compilers, Device drivers, etc.

Utility Programs are used to manage a computer system, and each program performs a useful task for the user.

<p>Examples of Application Software include Word processor, Spread sheet, database, web browser, etc.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Operating System manages file handling, main memory, security, user accounts, CPU scheduling, and provides a platform for running applications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>System Software controls and manages computer hardware, while Application Software is designed to perform specific tasks for users.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To create manageable tracks and sectors on the disk, erasing all existing data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce the size of a file.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is more user-friendly and does not require the user to learn commands.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It arranges all the file fragments related to a program in consecutive memory blocks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To detect and remove viruses from a computer storage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To store a backup copy of a file which can be restored if the original file gets corrupted or damaged.</p> Signup and view all the answers