1.2.2 Applications Generation Flashcards
1
Q
What is hardware?
A
All the physical parts of a computer system and it’s related devices, both internal and external
2
Q
Examples of hardware
A
- Motherboards
- Hard drives
- RAM
- Monitors
3
Q
What is software?
A
General term covering all computer programs that run on a computer system
4
Q
What is application software?
A
Software designed to perform tasks for the user
5
Q
Types of application software
A
- Word processor
- Database
- Web browser
- Graphics manipulation
6
Q
What is utility software?
A
Software designed to keep computers safe, running efficiently and providing useful tools to manage your files and applications
