System Software

Question 1

Operating Systems

Answer 1

Operating System (OS)
Role: Acts as a bridge between the user, applications, and hardware.

Functions:

Manages hardware (CPU, memory, storage, etc.)

Provides user interface (e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux)

Runs and manages software applications

Question 2

Utilities

Answer 2

Role: Helps maintain, analyze, and optimize the performance of a computer.

Examples:

Antivirus software

Disk cleanup tools

File compression (e.g., WinRAR, 7-Zip)

Question 3

Application Software

Answer 3

Application software helps users perform specific tasks.

Question 4

General purposes

Answer 4

Role: Used for a wide range of common tasks.

Examples:

Microsoft Word (word processing)

Excel (spreadsheets)

PowerPoint (presentations)

Question 5

Special Purpose

Answer 5

Role: Designed for specific tasks or industries.

Examples:

Accounting software (QuickBooks)

School management systems

Medical billing systems

Question 6

Integrated package

Answer 6

Role: Combines several applications into one suite.

Example:

Microsoft Office (includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)

Question 7

Custom Written

Answer 7

Description: Created from scratch for a specific user or organization.

Example: A custom inventory system for a warehouse

Pros: Tailored to exact needs

Cons: More expensive and time-consuming to develop

Question 8

Customized Software

Answer 8

Description: Off-the-shelf software modified to suit specific needs.

Example: Modifying an open-source POS system for a store

Pros: Faster and cheaper than custom software

Cons: Limited to how much the original software allows customization