1. Definition
1.1. A series of instructions that tells the computer what task to perform & how to perform them
2. Types of Software
2.1. System Software
2.1.1. Definition
2.1.1.1. Consists of programs that control or maintain the operations of the computer & its devices
2.1.2. Types of System Software
2.1.2.1. Operating System
2.1.2.1.1. Definition
2.1.2.1.2. Types of OS
2.1.2.2. Utility Program
2.1.2.2.1. Types of Utility Program
2.1.2.2.2. Definition
2.2. Application Software
2.2.1. Definitiion
2.2.1.1. Consists of programs designed to make users more productive and/or assist with personal tasks
2.2.2. Types of Application Software
2.2.2.1. Web Browser
2.2.2.1.1. Allow users to access & view web pages or access Web 2.0 programs Eg : Internet Explorer & Chrome
2.2.2.2. Word Processing Software
2.2.2.2.1. Allow users to create & manipulate documents Eg : Microsoft Office Word & Writer
2.2.2.3. Spreadsheet Software
2.2.2.3.1. Allow users to organize data in rows & columns & perform calculations Eg : Microsoft Office Excel & Calc
2.2.2.4. Database Software
2.2.2.4.1. Allow users to create, access & manage databse Eg : Microsoft Office Access & Base
2.2.2.5. Presentation Software
2.2.2.5.1. Allow users to create visual aids for presentations Eg : Microsoft Office Powerpoint & Impress