SOFTWARE
Software consists of a series of instructions that tells the computer what to do and how to do. It is also called a program. In other words, software is a conceptual entity which is a set of computer programs, procedures, and associated documentation concerned with the operation of a data processing system.
There are mainly two categories of software- * System software * Operating system * Utility program * Application software
System software
System software consists of the programs that control or maintain the operation of the computer and its devices. It serves the interference between the user, application software, and the computer’s hardware.
Operating system
It is a set of programs that coordinates all the activities among computer hardware devices. It provides a means for users to communicate with the computer and other software.
Utility program
It allows a user to perform maintenance type tasks usually related to managing a computer, its devices or its programs.
Application software
Applications software consists of programs designed to make users more productive and assist them with personal tasks.
List of some software and its uses- No | Type | Name of The Software | Uses | 1. | Operating system | Microsoft windows | Allows the parts of a computer to work together by performing tasks like transferring data between memory and disks or rendering output onto a display device. It also provides a platform to run high-level system software and application software. | 2. | Operating system | Linux | Same as the Microsoft windows | 3. | Utility Program | Avira (Anti-virus) | Scan for computer viruses | 4. | Utility Program | Backup | Utilities can make a copy of all information stored on a disk, and restore either the entire disk (e.g. in an event of disk failure) or selected files (e.g. in an event of accidental deletion) | 5. | Utility Program | Disk cleaners |