1. DEFINITION
1.1. Software also known as a program , tells the computer what tasks to perform
2. APPLICATION PROGRAM
2.1. consists of programs designed to make users more productive and assist with personal tasks
2.1.1. business
2.1.1.1. Word Processing
2.1.1.1.1. allows users to create and manipulate documents
2.1.1.2. presentation
2.1.1.2.1. allows users to create visual aids
2.1.1.3. Spreadsheet
2.1.1.3.1. allows users to organize data
2.1.1.4. Database
2.1.2. graphics and multimedia
2.1.3. home, personal and educational
2.1.4. communications
2.2. TYPES
2.2.1. open source software
2.2.2. Propretary software/ Packaged software
3. SYSTEM SOFTWARE
3.1. OPERATING SYSTEM
3.1.1. TYPES
3.1.1.1. Server
3.1.1.1.1. Solaris
3.1.1.1.2. Netware
3.1.1.2. stand alone
3.1.1.2.1. Types
3.1.1.3. Embedded/ Mobile
3.1.1.3.1. Types
3.1.2. FUNCTION
3.1.2.1. Start and shut down a computer
3.1.2.2. Provide a User Interface
3.1.2.3. manage programs
3.2. UTILITY PROGRAM
3.2.1. software that allows a user to perform maintenance type tasks
3.2.2. TYPES
3.2.2.1. 1. File manager
3.2.2.2. 2. Disk Cleanup
3.2.2.3. 3. Compression Tools