SOFTWARE

-commonly known as programs or apps, consists of all the

instructions that tell the hardware how to perform a task.
These instructions come from a software developer in the form that
will be accepted by the platform (operating system + CPU) that they
are based on.
For example, a program that is designed for the Windows operating
system will only work for that specific operating system.
TYPES OF SOFTWARE
•System software: Helps run the computer hardware and computer system
itself. System software includes operating systems, device drivers, diagnostic
tools and more. System software is almost always pre-installed on your
computer.

•Application software: Allows users to accomplish one or more tasks. It includes

word processing, web browsing and almost any other task for which you might
install software. (Some application software is pre-installed on most computer
systems.)
 SYSTEM SOFTWARE
-is a software that provides platform to other softwares.
Some examples can be operating systems, antivirus
softwares, disk formating softwares, Computer language
translators etc. These softwares consists of programs written
in low-level languages, used to interact with the hardware at a
very basic level. System software serves as the interface
between the hardware and the end users.
 THE MOST IMPORTANT FEATURES OF SYSTEM
SOFTWARE INCLUDE :
1. CLOSENESS TO THE SYSTEM
2. FAST SPEED
3. DIFFICULT TO MANIPULATE
4. WRITTEN IN LOW LEVEL LANGUAGE
5. DIFFICULT TO DESIGN
TYPES OF SYSTEM SOFTWARE
1. OPERATING SYSTEM

The software that supports a computer's basic functions, such as

scheduling tasks, executing applications, and controlling peripherals.
2. UTILITY SOFTWARE
-is system software designed to help to analyze, configure, optimize or
maintain a computer.
OPERATING SYSTEM
An operating system (OS) is a type of system software that manages
computer’s hardware and software resources. It provides common
services for computer programs.

An OS acts a link between the software and the hardware. It controls

and keeps a record of the execution of all other programs that are
present in the computer, including application programs and other
system software.
OPERATING SYSTEM
The most important tasks performed by the operating system are
1. Memory management: the OS keeps track of the primary memory
and allocates the memory when a process requests it.
2. Processor management: allocates the main memory (RAM) to a
process and de-allocates it when it is no longer required.
3. File management: allocates and de-allocates the resources and
decides who gets the resources.
OPERATING SYSTEM

4. Security: prevents unauthorized access to programs and data by

means of passwords.
5. Error-detecting aids: production of dumps, traces, error
messages, and other debugging and error-detecting methods.
6. Scheduling: the OS schedules process through its scheduling
algorithms.
UTILITY SOFTWARE
These software analyze and maintain a computer.
These software are focused on how OS works on that basis it perform task to
enable smooth functioning of computer.
These software may come along with OS like windows defender, windows disk
cleanup tool.
Antivirus, backup software, file manager, disk compression tool all are utility
software.
 SYSTEM UTILITIES
•Anti-virus utilities scan for computer viruses and block or remove them.
•Clipboard managers expand the clipboard functionality of an operating system.
•Computer access control software grants or denies requests for access to
system resources.
•Debuggers typically permit the examination and modification of data and program
instructions in memory and on disk.
•Diagnostic programs determine and report the operational status of computer
hardware and software. Memory testers are one example.
SYSTEM UTILITIES
• Network utilities analyze the computer's network connectivity, configure network
settings, check data transfer or log events.
• Package managers are used to configure, install or keep up to date other software on a
computer.
• Registry cleaners clean and optimize the windows registry by removing old registry keys
that are no longer in use.
• System monitors monitor resources and performance in a computer system.
• System profiles provide detailed information about installed software and hardware.
 APPLICATION SOFTWARE
Application software, or simply applications, are often called
productivity programs or end-user programs because they enable
the user to complete tasks, such as creating documents,
spreadsheets, databases and publications, doing online research,
sending email, designing graphics, running businesses, and even
playing games!
TYPES OF APPLICATION SOFTWARE
1) Word processing software
This tool is used to create letters, word sheets, type papers etc.
Eg: MS Word, MS Works, AppleWorks

2) Spreadsheet Software
A tool used to compute number intensive problems like forecasting, budgeting
etc.
Eg: MS Excel, Quattro Pro, Lotus 1-2-3, MS Works
TYPES OF APPLICATION SOFTWARE
3) Desktop Publishing Software
This tool is used to create illustrative worksheets, banners, newsletters, signs, gift cards etc.
Eg: MS word, MS publisher, adobe pagemaker
4) database software
Used to store data like text information, memberships, address etc. Which helps users to sort
information accordingly.
Eg: MS access, filemaker pro
TYPES OF APPLICATION SOFTWARE
5) Communication Software
Allows to connected computers to communicate each other using
audio, video or chat-based medium.
Eg: MS Net Meeting, IRC, ICQ

6) Presentation Software
Used to create multimedia stacks of cards/screens
Eg: MS PowerPoint, Hyper Studio, Flash, Super Card, HyperCard
TYPES OF APPLICATION SOFTWARE
7) Internet Browsers
This tools allows one to surf the web, read their emails and also create
web pages.
Eg: Netscape Navigator, MS Internet Explorer
8) Email Programs
This software is mainly used to send and receive emails.
Eg: MS Outlook, Netscape Messenger, Eudora, AOL Browser