learning objective the students should be able to: a. state the definition of software b. state the...
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Learning ObjectiveThe students should be able to:a. state the definition of
softwareb. state the usage of softwarec. list different types of
software
Introduction to SoftwareIntroduction to Software
Definition Of SoftwareDefinition Of Software Software is also called a
computer program. It consists of a series of
instructions that tells the hardware of a computer what to do or how to do it.
For example
Usage Of SoftwareUsage Of Software
Software is used so that
you can interact with the program through its
user interface.
This user interface
controls how you enter
data, instructions
and how information is displayed onthe screen.
System SoftwareSystem Software
Operating Operating SystemSystem
•A set of programs that coordinates all the activities among the computer hardware devices
Utility Utility ProgrammProgramm
ee•A type of system software that allows a user to perform maintenance-type tasks
Application SoftwareApplication Software Application software are all programs that
perform specific tasks for users, which include word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation , e-Mail and Web browser software.
Examples of application software are Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook Express and Internet Explorer.
SOFTWAREDEFINITION
Software is also called a computer program.
It consists of a series of instructions that tells the hardware of a
computer what to do
or how to do it.
USAGE OF SOFTWARESoftware is used so that
you can interact with the program through its user interface. This user
interface controls how you enter data, instructions
and how information is displayed on the screen.
SYSTEM SOFTWARESystem Software is used to control and manage computer devices and operations. It consists of :
Operating SystemA set of programs that coordinates all the activities among the computerhardware devicesUtility ProgrammeA type of system software that allows a user to perform Maintenance type tasks
APPLICATIONSOFTWAREApplication software are all programs that perform specific tasks for users, which includeword processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation , e-Mail and Web browsersoftware. Examples of application software are Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook Express and Internet Explorer.
TYPES OFSOFTWARE