2.6:SOFTWARE

1. Types

1.1. System Software

1.1.1. Consists of the programs that control or maintain the operations of the computer and its devices.

1.1.1.1. Types of system software

1.1.1.1.1. Operating System

1.1.1.1.2. Utility Program

1.2. Application Software

1.2.1. Designed to make users more productive and assist them with personal task.

1.2.1.1. Types of Application Software

1.2.1.1.1. Web Browser

1.2.1.1.2. Word Processing

1.2.1.1.3. Spreadsheet

1.2.1.1.4. Database

1.2.1.1.5. Presentation

2. Definition

2.1. A series of intructions that tells the computer what tasks to perform and how to perform them.

3. Categories

3.1. Open Source Software

3.2. Proprietary Software