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Software represents the set of programs that govern the operation of a computer system and make the hardware run. Software can be classified into four categories:
1. Operating System 2. Language Processors
3. System Software 4. Application Software
Operating System
An operating system is a program which acts as an interface between a user & the hardware (i.e., all computer resources).An operating system is an important component of a computer system which controls all other components of the computer system.
Language Processors
Language Processors includes Assembler, Interpreter and Compiler which converts High Level Language program into machine language
System Software
System software is computer software designed to operate the computer hardware, to provide basic functionality, and to provide a platform for running application software. System software includes device drivers, operating systems, servers, utilities, and window systems.
Application Software
Application software is the set of programs necessary to carry out operations for a specified application.
Introduction TO IT by Ms.S.Ramya & ms.M.Naga sankari
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Operations
The four main operations of computer are Input, Output, Processing And Storage… Read more »
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Generations
Parts
The four main components of computers are ALU, CU, MU and I/O…… Read more »
Memory
The working place in computer where all data is stored is called memory.… Read more »
Software
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Networks
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