S4 Computer Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What is a computer system?
A
A combination of hardware and software designed to input, process, store and output data.
2
Q
What is hardware?
A
The physical components of a computer system such as the CPU, memory, and peripherals.
3
Q
What is software?
A
The programmes and operating systems that run and hardware on perform tasks.
4
Q
Describe the term system software
A
- Manages computer hardware;
- Manages application software;
- Manages a computer (system);
- Manages the operation of the computer (system);
5
Q
Describe the term application software
A
software that performs end-user tasks
