Software Flashcards
1
Q
What is Shareware?
A
Software that is available free of charge and often distributed informally for evaluation, after which a fee may be requested for continued use
2
Q
What is Application Software?
A
Things like Web browsers, Video games
3
Q
What is System Software?
A
System software is 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.
4
Q
What is Spyware?
A
Spyware is software used to obtain secret or covert information
5
Q
What is Malware
A
Malware is software designed to disable your computer
6
Q
Virus
A
A virus is a program that could possibly harm your computer
