Software

Now, we are to discuss the more important part of a computer system, the software.

Software refers to any program that tells the computer what to do. You can't produce outputs without the software to keep the memory. Now the more important question; can hardware work without software? It can, but not much activity.

There are different types of software, the System and the Application software. The System Software are programs that take control of the PC on startup, and then play a central role in everything that happens within a computer system by managing, maintaining, and controlling computer resources.

The System Software may include the OS, Compilers, and Platforms.

OS or Operating System monitors and controls  all input/output and processing activities within a computer system.It is the overall controller of the Software.Examples are Windows, Dos, Ubuntu, etc. Compilers are softwares used to create softwares through Programmng, The GCC and the JAVAC are examples of compilers.

 How about platforms? Platforms are defined as a combination of a processor and an operating system. Before choosing a platform, one must consider

• availability of appropriate commercial applications for the platforms
• compatibility of platform with existing hardware, software, and expertise.

The Application Software takes control of softwares for personal use like MS Office, Video Downloaders, and Games :D