Learning ObjectiveThe students should be able to:a. state the definition of

softwareb. state the usage of softwarec. list different types of

software

Introduction to SoftwareIntroduction to Software

Definition Of SoftwareDefinition Of Software Software is also called a

computer program. It consists of a series of

instructions that tells the hardware of a computer what to do or how to do it.

For example

Usage Of SoftwareUsage Of Software

Software is used so that

you can interact with the program through its

user interface.

This user interface

controls how you enter

data, instructions

and how information is displayed onthe screen.

System SoftwareSystem Software

Operating Operating SystemSystem

•A set of programs that coordinates all the activities among the computer hardware devices

Utility Utility ProgrammProgramm

ee•A type of system software that allows a user to perform maintenance-type tasks

Application SoftwareApplication Software Application software are all programs that

perform specific tasks for users, which include word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation , e-Mail and Web browser software.

Examples of application software are Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook Express and Internet Explorer.

SOFTWAREDEFINITION

Software is also called a computer program.

It consists of a series of instructions that tells the hardware of a

computer what to do

or how to do it.

USAGE OF SOFTWARESoftware is used so that

you can interact with the program through its user interface. This user

interface controls how you enter data, instructions

and how information is displayed on the screen.

SYSTEM SOFTWARESystem Software is used to control and manage computer devices and operations. It consists of :

Operating SystemA set of programs that coordinates all the activities among the computerhardware devicesUtility ProgrammeA type of system software that allows a user to perform Maintenance type tasks

APPLICATIONSOFTWAREApplication software are all programs that perform specific tasks for users, which includeword processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation , e-Mail and Web browsersoftware. Examples of application software are Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook Express and Internet Explorer.

TYPES OFSOFTWARE