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What is software?
What is software?
Software is a type of program that enables a computer to perform various functions.
Why is a computer without software called a “dead machine”?
Why is a computer without software called a “dead machine”?
Because a computer without software cannot perform any tasks or functions.
What are the three main types of software?
What are the three main types of software?
Which operating system is used for mobile devices?
Which operating system is used for mobile devices?
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Name two operating system used for Desktop and laptop.
Name two operating system used for Desktop and laptop.
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What type of software directly interacts with the user?
What type of software directly interacts with the user?
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What type of software interact with the hardware?
What type of software interact with the hardware?
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What type of software is utility software?
What type of software is utility software?
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What type of software is operating software?
What type of software is operating software?
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What type of software is Google Chrome?
What type of software is Google Chrome?
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What type of software is file manager and backup software?
What type of software is file manager and backup software?
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Which software acts as an interface between the user and the computer?
Which software acts as an interface between the user and the computer?
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What is the function of the tabs available in Microsoft Word?
What is the function of the tabs available in Microsoft Word?
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Which commands are available in the Clipboard group?
Which commands are available in the Clipboard group?
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When will the special tab (Format) appear?
When will the special tab (Format) appear?
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Why is it important to know how to type in Dzongkha?
Why is it important to know how to type in Dzongkha?
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How do you switch the language setting on a computer/laptop?
How do you switch the language setting on a computer/laptop?
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What is a browser bookmark?
What is a browser bookmark?
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How do you add a bookmark in a browser like Chrome?
How do you add a bookmark in a browser like Chrome?
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How do you manage and organize bookmarks in a browser?
How do you manage and organize bookmarks in a browser?
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How do you import bookmarks from another browser?
How do you import bookmarks from another browser?
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What is a web browser?
What is a web browser?
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What is the biggest threat to our computer?
What is the biggest threat to our computer?
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How can we keep our computer running smoothly?
How can we keep our computer running smoothly?
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How can we prevent data loss from a computer?
How can we prevent data loss from a computer?
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What is data backup?
What is data backup?
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What are the advantages of data backup?
What are the advantages of data backup?
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What is malware?
What is malware?
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What are some examples of malware?
What are some examples of malware?
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Why do hackers create malware?
Why do hackers create malware?
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What is Cybercrime?
What is Cybercrime?
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List the examples of cybercrime.
List the examples of cybercrime.
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How can you protect yourself against Cybercrime?
How can you protect yourself against Cybercrime?
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What is a function in programming?
What is a function in programming?
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What is debugging in programming?
What is debugging in programming?
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What is pseudo-code?
What is pseudo-code?
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What are the main advantages of using functions?
What are the main advantages of using functions?
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Study Notes
Computer Software
- Software is programs and instructions that run on a computer, giving it life.
- Hardware are the physical components of a computer system (e.g., processor, motherboard, monitor).
- Software types include application and system software.
Application Software
- Application software helps users perform specific tasks.
- Word processing (e.g., MS Word, WordPad) creates documents.
- Database software (e.g., Oracle, MS Access) stores and manipulates data.
- Spreadsheet software (e.g., MS Excel) organizes data in rows and columns for calculations and charts
- Presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint) displays information in slides.
- Internet browsers (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari) access the internet.
System Software
- System software controls computer hardware and runs applications.
- Operating software (e.g., Windows, Linux, Mac OS) controls the computer hardware.
- Utility software (e.g., antivirus, disk cleanup) analyzes, configures, optimizes, and maintains the computer
Operating Software
- Acts as an interface between the computer's user and system
- Examples include Windows, Linux, and Mac OS
- Windows is a popular OS created by Microsoft, with founder Bill Gates
- Mac OS (Apple) is an OS created by Apple, founded by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak.
- Linux is an open-source OS developed by Linus Torvalds.
- Operating systems for mobile devices are Android and Apple iOS.
- Android (for phones and tablets)
- Apple iOS (for iPhones and iPads)
Utility Software
- Helps users manage, maintain, and optimize their computer systems.
- Antivirus software protects the computer from viruses and other threats.
- Backup software makes copies of important files.
- Disk Compression Tool optimizes hard drive space.
- File Manager organizes and manages files
Software Interaction with Hardware
- System software directly interacts with hardware.
- Application software runs on top of System software.
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