Computer Software

Question 1

define Computer software.

Answer 1

a set of instructions or programs that tell a computer what to do

Question 2

what are the main functions of computer software?

Answer 2

-it enables Computer hardware to perform specific tasks.
-enables the user to tailor a computer system to provide specific business value.

Question 3

list types of software.

Answer 3

system software
application software

Question 4

define system software

Answer 4

system software is a set of instructions that serves primarily as an intermediary between Computer hardware and application programs

Question 5

how is system software generally prepared?

Answer 5

by the manufacturers

Question 6

what are the main functions of system software?

Answer 6

-it manages hardware resources
-it directs the basic functions of a computer
-it helps in booting or logging itself when the computer is turned on
-it helps run Computer hardware and Computer system
-it provides sets of instructions for all applications to use

Question 7

what are the features of of system software?

Answer 7

they are usually closed systems ( they can’t be changed)
-they are fast in speed
- they are difficult to design
-they are difficult to understand
- they are less interactive
-they are small in size

Question 8

list examples of system software

Answer 8

-operating system
-compilers
-device drivers
-assemblers
-interpreters

Question 9

what does the operating system do?

Answer 9

supervises and control all operations of the computer.