application software Flashcards
1
Q
what are the advantages of application software?
A
it is efficient and creative
2
Q
what are the disadvantages of application software?
A
it costs a lot of money and it may not have some features you require.
3
Q
what are four examples of a development tool?
A
compiler, translator, debugger and IDE.
4
Q
what does a compiler do?
A
it changes code so that the computer can understand what is happening
5
Q
what does a debugger do?
A
finds errors in the program
6
Q
what is utility software?
A
it keeps the computer running without any problems
7
Q
give 3 examples of utility software
A
defragmenter, anti-virus and compression.
