Computer Science: A Structured Programming Approach Using C, Third Edition
Computer Science: A Structured Programming Approach Using C, Third Edition
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ISBN: 9780534491321
Author: Behrouz A. Forouzan, Richard F. Gilberg
Publisher: Course Technology, Inc.
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Computer software is divided into two broad categories: system software and operational software.

a. True

b. False

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Computer software

System software

Operational software

To find: If it is true or not that the software is categorized or divided into two types which is system software and operational software.

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Software is a collection of programs. Computer software is categorized or divided into two parts:

System software: It keeps a check on the system resources. It also offers interface between the user and hardware components. It allows the working of all hardware components (hard disk, RAM, CD drive) of the computer.

Application software: Application software are those that work under the system software. These are made for some detailed purpose. It helps the user in solving their problems.

Thus, it is false that the software is categorized or divided into two types which is system software and operational software.

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Computer Science: A Structured Programming Approach Using C, Third Edition

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