Information and Communication Technology
Understanding Computer Software: Types and Importance
Software
Computer software is mathematical instructions or programs written to make the computer system friendly to the users (humans are) and also to control hardware to perform their operations. e.g Windows, Microsoft Office, Corel draw etc.
Software
Computer software is mathematical instructions or programs written to make the computer system friendly to the users (humans are) and also to control hardware to perform their operations. e.g Windows, Microsoft Office, Corel Draw etc.
Importance of System Software
System software is mathematical instructions or programs designed by programmers to ease computer users to communicate with the computer and another part (hardware) to function and perform their operations.
Types of system software: operating system software e.g
- Windows.
- Unix.
- compilers.
- Linux.
- MS-Dos.
Importance of Application Software
Application software
Application software is programs designed by programmers and installed by users to perform specific function and task. e.g
Microsoft office
CorelDRAW, AutoCAD , Photoshop ,Games
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