Lecture Notes on Application Software and System Software

Key Concepts

Application Software

• Defined as software that performs specific tasks as requested by the end user.
• Types of application software include:
  • Communication software
  • User applications

System Software

• Supports the operation of the computer.
• Installed when the operating system is set up.
• Facilitates interaction between the user and the computer.

User Interaction

• Application software allows users to perform operations independent of machine architecture.
• Examples of application software:
  • Web browsers
  • Photoshop

Important Notes

• Application software is tailored to the needs of the user, while system software operates in the background to manage hardware and software resources.
• Understanding the distinction between these two types of software is crucial for effectively utilizing computers.