Software

Question 1

Define Software

Answer 1

-provides instructions and control the hardware components

Question 2

Define Application Software

Answer 2

Performs tasks that a user wants to complete

Question 3

Define General Purpose Software

Answer 3

Software that can be used for a variety of tasks

e.g. Word

Question 4

Define Special Purpose Software

Answer 4

Only used for one particular task

e.g. calculator

Question 5

Define Bespoke Software

Answer 5

Designed to meet users specific requirements

e.g. kiosk touchscreens

Question 6

Define System Software

Answer 6

Controls hardware
e.g.
OS
Utility Programs
Translators

Question 7

Define Utility Software

Answer 7

supports computer system to operate safely and efficiently
e.g.
Compression Software
Defragmentation (related data stored together)
Anti-Malware
Backup Software

Question 8

Define Operating System

Answer 8

Collection of programs that control the operation of computer Hardware

Question 9

Define Libraries

Answer 9

Collection of prewritten instructions that can be repurposed for use in other programs

Question 10

Define Translators

Answer 10

Convert program code from one format to another