Module 1.2

What is software?

Sets of instructions that tell a computer what to do.

What must happen for software to work on a computer?

The software must be loaded from storage into memory.

What is application software?

A group of programs that perform specific tasks for users.

What is system software?

Software that controls, supports, or operates the computer.

Give examples of system software.

Operating systems and utility software such as anti-virus software.

What is the role of the operating system?

It controls all activities that take place in a computer.

What happens when a computer is booted?

The first set of programs that loads is the operating system.

Name some examples of operating systems.

Windows (e.g., Windows 8, Windows 10), macOS, Linux.

What are the functions of an operating system?

Manages hardware and software, maintains security, and provides a user interface.

What is the desktop in the context of Windows operating systems?

The first basic screen of the operating system.

What are icons on a computer desktop?

Tiles or shortcuts that provide access to programs.

What is the Snipping Tool used for?

It allows the user to 'capture' or copy a section of the screen.