Scribd Logo
Upload

Welcome to Scribd!

  • 10 views

    System Software

    Uploaded by

    mwendiahillary016
    Software

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd

    System Software

    Uploaded by

    mwendiahillary016
    10 views13 pages
    Software

    Original Title

    System software

    Copyright

    © © All Rights Reserved

    Available Formats

    PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd

    Did you find this document useful?

    Is this content inappropriate?

    Software

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd
    Download as pptx, pdf, or txt
    10 views13 pages

    System Software

    Uploaded by

    mwendiahillary016
    Software

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PPTX, PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd
    Download as pptx, pdf, or txt
    You are on page 1of 13

    System software

    System software, or system applications, refers to programs that


    manage the core functions of a computer system, enabling hardware
    to operate and providing a platform for running application software.
    These programs provide the basic functionality required for the
    computer’s hardware and software to work together. They serve as
    intermediaries between the user, the hardware, and application
    software.
    serves as the bridge between the hardware and user applications. It
    includes operating systems like Windows or Linux, which manage a
    computer's basic functioning..
    Application software
    • refers to programs that fulfil specific tasks for users,
    such as word processors, web browsers, and database
    systems
    • Software applications, or simply "applications," are
    programs designed to help users perform specific tasks
    or functions
    • They focus on solving particular user needs or
    facilitating activities like word processing, graphic
    design, project management, gaming, or
    communication.
    User Interaction:
    • Generally, system software operates in the background
    with minimal direct interaction from end-users. In
    contrast, application software is designed for direct
    engagement, providing an interface where users
    interact and perform specific tasks.
    Dependency:
    • Application software depends on system software to
    function. It requires a platform the system software
    provides to execute, whereas system software can run
    independently on the computer hardware.
    Installation and Removal:
    • System software is typically installed when setting up
    the computer and is critical for its basic operations.
    Application software can be installed or removed
    according to user needs without affecting the core
    system operations.
    Examples
    • Common examples of system software include macOS,
    UNIX, and device drivers, while application software
    includes Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, and Chrome
    browser.
    Updates and Maintenance:
    • System software requires regular updates to ensure
    security and efficiency, which the software provider
    often manages. Application software updates might
    introduce new features or bug fixes and are generally
    more frequent.
    Resource Usage:
    • System software typically requires more direct access to
    hardware resources, managing memory, processing
    power, and storage directly. Application software utilises
    the resources allocated by the system software to
    perform its tasks.
    Examples of Software
    applications
    o Word Processing: Microsoft Word, Google Docs

    o Graphic Design: Adobe Photoshop, CorelDRAW

    o Web Browsing: Google Chrome, Firefox

    o Communication: Skype, Zoom, Slack

    • Productivity: Microsoft Excel, Trello, Notion


    Examples of System
    applications

    o Operating Systems (OS): Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS

    o Device Drivers: Software that allows hardware devices (e.g., printers,


    graphics cards) to interact with the computer.
    o Utility Software: Antivirus programs, disk cleanup tools, backup
    software, and system monitoring tools.
    o Firmware: Low-level software embedded in hardware devices like routers
    or smartphones.
    User Interaction:
    • System software typically does not interact directly with users. It runs in the
    background and provides a platform for application software to function. Users
    interact with it indirectly via the user interface of the OS or through system
    utilities
    Execution Environment:
    • System software runs directly on the computer hardware and manages
    resources like the CPU, memory, storage, and input/output devices. It ensures
    that all application software and hardware components can function together
    smoothly.

    You might also like

    pFad - Phonifier reborn

    Pfad - The Proxy pFad of © 2024 Garber Painting. All rights reserved.

    Note: This service is not intended for secure transactions such as banking, social media, email, or purchasing. Use at your own risk. We assume no liability whatsoever for broken pages.


    Alternative Proxies:

    Alternative Proxy

    pFad Proxy

    pFad v3 Proxy

    pFad v4 Proxy