Software

Question 1

Application Software

Answer 1

can be divided into two general classes: systems software and applications software. Applications software (also called end-user programs) include such things as database programs, word processors, Web browsers and spreadsheets.

Question 2

System Software

Answer 2

a type of computer program that is designed to run a computer’s hardware and application programs. If we think of the computer system as a layered model, the system software is the interface between the hardware and user applications.

Question 3

Open Source Software

Answer 3

computer software with its source code made available with a license in which the copyright holder provides the rights to study, change, and distribute the software to anyone and for any purpose.

Question 4

Freeware

Answer 4

software that is available free of charge.

Question 5

Shareware

Answer 5

software that is available free of charge and often distributed informally for evaluation, after which a fee may be requested for continued use.