Hardware And Software Flashcards

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What is hardware?

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It is a general term used for physical components that make up a computer system.

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What is software?

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It is a general term used for programs that control the computer system.

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What are the types of software?

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System and Application software

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What is system software?

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It is the type of software that allows computer system/hardware to run properly and allow the user to communicate with the conputer

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What is application software?

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It is any program which allows the user to do specific tasks

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What are the types of system software?

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The OS, compilers, linkers, utilities and device drivers.

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What are types of application software?

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Word processor, spreadsheet, database, photo editing, video editing, graphics manipulation, apps, control and measuring software

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