Friday 24 January 2014

Computer studies Made Simple : Types of Software

Software maybe divided into two main categories:

1.System Software

2.Application Software

1.System Software : 

This is a set of programmes that implements certain functions in a computer system.

 It also controls the operations of a computer system.

 It also controls the application of different hardware components for usage.

 It also sends instructions to the relevant hardwares to carry out their functiosn as per programme.

 Some examples of system software include: Device drivers and Operating Systems

2.Application Software : 

This software performs different applications on the computer. 

Types of Application Software: 

A.Customized Software: 

This application software is specifically designed for a particular organization in a way that it meets the requirements and needs of that organization.

B.Package Software: 

Also called as off the shelf software is a type of application software that is intended to be sold to the public and helps them organizing in their routine daily activities.

Examples of package software include: Micrsosoft word Excel Powerpoint Spread sheet Databases

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