Software

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what is software?

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software refers to all programs (set of instructions) that can be run on a computer

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two main categories of software

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system software and application software

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what is system software

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system software is needed for the computer to function

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what is application software

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application software is needed for users to perform tasks

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what is system software question 1

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a set of programs that cause the computer to function

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system software controls

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the operation of a computer

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system software contains

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utility programs, operation system programs, translation programs

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operating system programs

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the most important program that runs on a computer; Every computer must have one to run other programs

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operating system programs cont

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for large systems, the operating system makes sure that the different programs and users running at the same time does not interfere with each other

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operating systems programs lastly

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controls all hardware devices

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performs basic tasks

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recognizing input from the keyboard
sending output to the display screen
keeping track of files and directories on the disk
controlling peripheral devices such as disk drives and printers

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manages

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system security , ensuring that the unauthorized users does not access the system and users can perform only those tasks assigned after entering a password.

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also manages

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the transfer of data to and from peripherals

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it lastly manages

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system resources e.g memory and the allocation of the CPU time to the task being run

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what are utilities

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part of a operating system programs that performs a maintenance task.

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what are some of the utilities

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remaining files ,
sorting,
backing up,
formatting,
screen saving,
disk scanning,
deleting and copying files
providing a list of files
repairing damaged files

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Translators

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the part of the systems software that is used to convert the code in programming languages into machine codes.

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Compilers

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programs that translates the entire high-level language program instructions into machine code, all at once

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interpreters

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programs that translates the high-level language program instructions into machine code, one instruction at a time.

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assemblers

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translates assembly language instructions into machine code

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application software is part 2

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developed to solve a specific problem

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application software are

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user orientated and are usually written for or by the user

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application software is developed for

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personal business,or scientific processing tasks , such as payroll processing, order entry , or financial analysis

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application software types are

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general purpose
source : off the shelf
special purpose
custom written
customized
integrated package

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general purpose

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Not specific to a particular type of business
Provides a way for tasks that are commonly performed in all types of businesses
Sometimes referred to as productivity tools because when they are used, the provide users with a more efficient way.

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popular types of general purpose software

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word processing
spread sheets
database
graphics application
desktop publishing
electronic mail
project management

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special purpose 1

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developed for a unique way of doing business usually within a specific industry

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examples of Special purpose industries

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food service, and real estate

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special purpose - each industry has

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each industry has unique processing requirements

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integrated packages

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software for personal computers that combines the most commonly used functions of many productivity software programs into one application.

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example of integrated packages

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Microsoft Office.

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Custom written

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developed by the user or at the users request.

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custom written 2

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individual or organizations develop software because the requirements of the individual or organizations cannot be met by software that is currently on the market.

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custom written

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new software acquired by the organization must work with existing custom software.

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Customized

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a general purpose software which was changed to accommodate the needs of the user or organization.

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customized 2

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the amount of changes made will vary according to the needs of the customer.

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customized 3

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a company may customize a package so that it fits the details they require when it comes to the production of various documents such as invoices, pay slips, cheques etc.