computer systems Flashcards
Define the term hardware?
It is any physical component which makes up the computer.
Define the term software?
It is any program that runs on the computer.
What is meant by a system software?
It is programs which enable the computer to function and manage the operations of the computer.
example of a system software.
Android
What is meant by application software?
It is programs that are needed to perform tasks for the user.
example of application software
google chrome
What are functions of an operating system?
Provides a user interface.
Provides security.
Manages applications.
What are utility programs?
They provide extra functionality which makes the computer easier to use.
They help to keep it running efficiently.
What are low level languages?
They are languages which match the interaction set of the computer’s processor.
What are high level languages?
They are languages which generally have statements which look like English or maths.
Advantages of low level languages?
They execute very fast.
They occupy less memory.
They can be used to control specific hardware components.
