Computer Software Flashcards
What does the System Software do?
- Initizlizes hardware
- Provides user with interface/experience to interact with
- Allows use to manage files: move, copy, rename, delete, create
- Starts other software
What is the first software that runs when you boot your computer?
System Software
What are some examples of System Software?
Windows
Linux (has different types)
Android
iOS
ChromeOS
MacOS
What does the Utility Software do?
- fixes problems
- protects the user
- maintains system performance
What are some types of Utility Software?
Anti Virus/Spyware/Adware
System Diagnosis
Firewall
Disk Clean/Organizer
VPNs
What are some examples of Anti Virus/Spyware/Adware?
Mcafee
Windows Defender
Avast
What are some examples of System Diagnosis utility software?
Windows Task Manager
Activity Monitor (MacOS)
Top (Linux)
What are some examples of Firewalls?
Windows Firewall
Zonealarm
Little Snitch
What are some examples of Disk Clean/Organizers?
Clean my Mac
Windows File Cleaner
CCleaner
What are some examples of VPNs?
NordVPN, Private Internet Access, Express VPN
What does Application Software do?
“Software that does stuff”
What are the types of Application Software?
Office/Buisness (eg. Office 365, GSuite)
Media Creation (eg. Photoshop/Camera)
Media Consumption (eg. Netflix, Disney+/Youtube)
Internet (eg. Zoom, Skype, Chrome, Edge)
What is Edutainment Software?
Software that educates while entertaining. (a.k.a. games)
What is Programming Software?
Software which creates software.
What types of software can Programming Software create?
System Software
Utility Software
Application Software
Edutainment/Education Software
and even more Programming Software
