5 Questions
What is a computer program?
A group of instructions used to carry out tasks
What is bundled together with a computer program?
Instructions for use and required data
What are programs, together with their documentation and instructions, referred to as?
Software
How are programs usually stored in the computer?
In the computer
What are the two main classifications of software mentioned in the text?
Application Software and System Software
Study Notes
Computer Program Fundamentals
- A computer program is a set of instructions that a computer can execute or run to perform a specific task or set of tasks.
Program Components
- A computer program is typically bundled together with other components, including data, documentation, and instructions.
Software Classification
- Programs, together with their documentation and instructions, are referred to as software.
- Software can be classified into two main categories: system software and application software.
Storage of Programs
- Programs are usually stored in the computer's memory or storage devices, such as hard drives or solid-state drives.
Test your knowledge of software concepts with this CSC111 Part 3 quiz by Robert Oboko. Explore the definition of computer programs and their role in executing tasks, as well as the relationship between programs, documentation, and data in the context of software development.
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