Objective: Identify the types of programs/ applications software​

​

​The things that are presented in the computer is simply coming from people who puts information using computer. It is through the use of different programs/ applications software that could process the data being inputted by the person.

​

In this lesson, you will learn more about how a computer works.

​

The importance of applying OHS in every task that we do in the workplace or in a laboratory is to avoid any accidents and injuries in order to attain our desired output in doing the task.

​

​As a computer system servicing student, to attain the desired goal in the task given, you must also familiarize the components of the computer and how the computer works in order to avoid confusions.

​

What is the difference between a software and a hardware?

​​How Computer Works?

​A computer is an electronic machine made up of hardware and software that work together to do a task.

​

A software refers to a program or application installed into a computer to do a specific task. The examples are word processing program and presentation program.

​

​A hardware is computer parts or device that you can see or touch. Each hardware performs a specific function. It could be as an Input Device or as an Output Device.

​Types of Software

​

• System Software

• Application Software

​​SYSTEM SOFTWARE

The System Software consist of the Operating System and all the utilities that enable the computer to function.

​

System Software actually controls the hardware so that application software can perform any action or task.

​Example: Operating System, Compiler, Loader, Linker, Interpreter, and etc.

​

Types of System Software

• Operating System • Utilities • Device Drivers • Language Translators

​​APPLICATION SOFTWARE

Application Software includes programs that do real work for user. Actually the application software consists of programs that are designed to make users more comfortable or productive to assists personal task. The application software is present on computer hard disk.

​

Example: Payroll System, Inventory Control, Manage student database, Word Processor, Spreadsheet, and database management system etc.

​Give 5 examples of computer software that you know?