3. System software: Software that is used to control and manage computer devices and operations. Example : Operating system (OS) = Windows XP, Linux, Windows 7 Utility Program = Antivirus (AVG, Karspersky) Application software: Software that is used to help a user perform a task and solve a problem. Example : Word Processing (Ms Word) Graphic Software (Adobe Photoshop)
11. Function of OS : Starting a computer (booting) Provide a user interface Command line interface Menu driven interface Graphical user interface Managing program Managing memory Configuring devices
18. What is Utility Program Utility Program, also known as service programs, is a type of system software that allow user to perform maintenance-type tasks. Usually related to manage a computer, its device or program. Two type of Utility Program: Built in ( windows explorer, disk cleanup, disk defragmenter) Stand-alone utility (winzip, norton utility, karpersky)