Types Of Software
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What is Software?
A set of instructions that tells a computer what to do and is not physical but essential for computers.
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Application Software
Helps users perform specific tasks such as creating documents or playing games.
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Productivity Applications
Type of application software that helps users create documents and perform office tasks (e.g., Word, Excel).
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Entertainment Applications
Software that provides leisure activities, such as video games and music/video players.
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Business Applications
Applications designed for business purposes like accounting and customer service tools.
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Education/Reference Applications
Software used for educational purposes or to provide reference materials (e.g., Wikipedia, Desmos).
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System Software
Software that manages hardware and other software interactions.
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Operating Systems (OS)
Control computer functions and provide an interface for users, e.g. Windows, macOS.
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Kernel
Core part of the operating system that manages hardware-software interactions.
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User Interface (UI)
The means through which the user interacts with the computer system, can be CLI or GUI.
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CLI (Command Line Interface)
A user interface that uses text-based commands for operating the computer.
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GUI (Graphical User Interface)
A user interface that uses icons, windows, and buttons to interact with software.
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Development Software
Tools that help programmers create and modify software.
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Compiler
Translates code into machine language but does not execute it.
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Interpreter
Reads and executes code line by line.
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Integrated Development Environment (IDE)
A tool that combines a code editor, compiler, and debugger.
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Malware (Malicious Software)
Software designed to damage or gain unauthorized access to systems.
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Virus
A type of malware that copies itself and spreads by modifying files.
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Trojan Horse
Malware disguised as a normal program to trick users into installation.
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Spyware/Adware
Malware that collects user data and can redirect web traffic.
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Worm
A type of malware similar to viruses but spreads independently of modifying files.
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Backdoor
A method that allows unauthorized access to a computer system.
