Software systems include all programs and applications that help users perform tasks on a computer. They play an important role in managing hardware and providing a platform for smooth system operation.
Software is mainly divided into system software and application software. System software controls the basic functions of a computer, while application software helps users perform specific tasks like writing documents, calculations, and communication.
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❓ FAQs
Q1: What is software?
Software is a collection of programs that instructs a computer to perform tasks.
Q2: What is system software?
System software manages hardware and controls basic operations of a computer.
Q3: What is application software?
Application software is used to perform specific tasks like writing and calculations.
Q4: Give examples of system software.
Operating system, utility software, and device drivers.
Q5: Why is software important?
Software makes the computer useful and helps perform different tasks easily.
📝 MCQs – Software System
1. Software is a set of:
(a) Hardware parts
(b) Instructions ✅
(c) Devices
(d) Circuits
2. Which type of software manages hardware?
(a) Application Software
(b) System Software ✅
(c) Utility Software
(d) Browser
3. Which of the following is system software?
(a) MS Word
(b) Chrome
(c) Operating System ✅
(d) Excel
4. Application software is used for:
(a) Managing hardware
(b) Performing specific tasks ✅
(c) Controlling CPU
(d) Booting system
5. Device drivers are used for:
(a) Gaming
(b) Hardware communication ✅
(c) Internet browsing
(d) Writing documents