Software

Question 1

Application software

Answer 1

(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

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.

Question 6

Spyware

Answer 6

software that is trying to gain information

Question 7

Virus

Answer 7

a piece of code that is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect, such as corrupting the system or destroying data.

Question 8

Malware

Answer 8

software that is intended to damage or disable computers and computer systems.