1.2.1 Systems Software Flashcards
1
Q
What is application software?
A
Software that allows a user to do or make something.
e.g. word processor, photo editor
2
Q
What is utility software?
A
A small piece of software with a single purpose of maintainence of the system.
3
Q
What is system software?
A
Software that runs the hardware.
Operating systems and utilities.
4
Q
What is a multi user operating system?
A
Allows multiple people to use a system and its resources simultaneously.
e.g. a powerful server which many people use a small fraction of.
