1.2.2.1 Nature of applications Flashcards
1
Q
What is an Application?
A
- A program that can be run on a computer, allowing the user to carry out specific tasks.
2
Q
What are the two types of software?
A
- Application Software
- Systems Software
3
Q
What is Application Software?
A
- Applications software is designed to be used by the end-user to perform one specific task.
- Application software requires systems software in order to run.
4
Q
What are examples of Application Software?
A
- Desktop publishing
- Word processing
- Spreadsheets
- Web browsers.
5
Q
What is Systems Software?
A
- Systems software is low-level software that is responsible for running the computer system smoothly, interacting with hardware and generally providing a platform for applications software to run.
- The user does not directly interact with systems software but it ensures
high performance for the user.
6
Q
What are examples of Systems Software?
A
- Library programs
- Utility programs
- Operating system
- Device drivers.
