Differences between System Software and Application Software
Summary
TLDRThis video script delves into the dichotomy between system and application software. System software, such as operating systems, device drivers, and BIOS, serves as an interface between hardware and application software, managing system resources and running in the background. Examples include Microsoft Windows, Linux, and macOS. Application software, conversely, is user-facing and specific-purpose, running on the platform provided by system software to perform tasks like word processing, database management, and multimedia editing. It includes general-purpose applications like Microsoft Word and specialized software for business functions. The video clarifies the roles of each, emphasizing that application software relies on system software to operate.
Takeaways
- đ» Software is categorized into system software and application software, with system software serving as the interface between hardware and application software.
- đ„ïž System software includes the operating system, programming language translators, device drivers, BIOS, and utility software, and is essential for managing system resources.
- đ§ Examples of system software are Microsoft Windows, Linux, Mac OS, assemblers, compilers, interpreters, and device drivers like those for printers and webcams.
- đ ïž BIOS, or Basic Input Output System, is a firmware that controls peripheral devices and initiates the booting process of the computer.
- đĄïž Utility software like antivirus programs, file management tools, compression tools, disk cleanup tools, and backup utilities help maintain and optimize computer performance.
- đ Application software is designed for specific user tasks and runs on the platform provided by system software, requiring user interaction.
- đ General purpose application software includes word processors, database software, spreadsheets, presentation software, web browsers, and multimedia software.
- đą Specific purpose application software is customizable and used in real-time or business environments, like ticket reservation or payroll management systems.
- đ The operating system acts as a bridge between the user and the computer, facilitating interaction and managing the intercooperation of computer components.
- đ Web browsers retrieve content from web servers and display it to users, serving as a gateway to the internet and its resources.
Q & A
What is the primary function of software?
-Software provides instructions to a computer, telling it what to do, and comprises the entire set of programs, procedures, and routines associated with the operation of a computer system.
How is software categorized in relation to computer systems?
-Software is categorized into system software and application software, each serving different functions within a computer system.
What is system software and what is its role?
-System software serves as the interface between application software and computer hardware. It manages system resources and is considered general-purpose software, operating in the background.
When does system software start running and when does it stop?
-System software starts running when the computer system is turned on and stops when the system is turned off.
What are some examples of system software?
-Examples of system software include the operating system, programming language translators (assemblers, compilers, interpreters), device drivers, BIOS, and utility software.
What is the purpose of programming language translators in system software?
-Programming language translators convert programming languages written by developers into a form that can be interpreted, compiled, and executed by a computer.
What is the role of device drivers in system software?
-Device drivers act as an interface between input/output devices and the operating system or users, enabling the proper functioning of peripheral devices like printers and webcams.
What is the function of BIOS in a computer system?
-BIOS, or Basic Input Output System, is a small firmware that controls peripheral or input/output devices and is responsible for starting the operating system or initializing the booting process.
What is application software and how does it differ from system software?
-Application software is specific-purpose software that runs on the platform provided by system software. It is installed according to user requirements and is used to perform specific tasks, directly interacting with the user.
How does application software operate in comparison to system software?
-Application software operates based on user requests, starting when launched and stopping when closed, unlike system software which runs in the background.
What are the two classifications of application software mentioned in the script?
-The two classifications of application software are general-purpose application software, which includes ready-to-use programs like word processors and web browsers, and specific-purpose application software, which is customizable and used in real-time or business environments.
Outlines
đ» System Software: The Backbone of Computer Operations
This paragraph delves into the concept of system software, which serves as an interface between application software and computer hardware. It is designed to manage system resources and is considered a general-purpose software. System software is integral to the operation of a computer system, starting when the system is turned on and stopping when it is shut down. It operates in the background, allowing the user to interact with the computer hardware indirectly. Examples of system software include operating systems like Microsoft Windows, Linux, and macOS, programming language translators such as assemblers, compilers, and interpreters, device drivers for interfacing with input/output devices, BIOS for controlling peripheral devices and booting the system, and utility software for maintenance and optimization of the computer system.
đ Application Software: Tools for User-Specific Tasks
The second paragraph focuses on application software, which is designed to perform specific tasks as per user request. It operates on the platform provided by system software and is categorized as specific-purpose software. Application software is user-facing and requires system software to function. It is divided into two classifications: general-purpose and specific-purpose. General-purpose application software includes word processors like Microsoft Word and Google Docs, database software such as Microsoft Access, Oracle, and MySQL, spreadsheet software like Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, presentation software including Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Slides, web browsers like Google Chrome and Safari, and multimedia software such as Apple's iMovie and Adobe's Premiere Pro. Specific-purpose application software is customizable and used in real-time or business environments to enhance operations, with examples like ticket reservation systems, hotel management systems, and payroll management systems.
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Keywords
đĄSoftware
đĄSystem Software
đĄApplication Software
đĄOperating System
đĄProgramming Language Translators
đĄDevice Drivers
đĄBIOS
đĄUtility Software
đĄGeneral Purpose Application Software
đĄSpecific Purpose Application Software
Highlights
Software is defined as instructions that tell a computer what to do, comprising programs, procedures, and routines associated with the operation of a computer system.
Software is divided into system software and application software.
System software serves as the interface between application software and computer hardware, managing system resources.
System software is a general-purpose software, installed with the operating system.
It operates in the background and starts running when the computer system is turned on.
System software provides a platform for running application software.
Examples of system software include operating systems like Microsoft Windows, Linux, and macOS.
Programming language translators convert programming languages into machine language.
Assembler, compiler, and interpreter are types of programming language translators.
Device drivers interface between input/output devices and the operating system.
BIOS is a firmware that controls peripheral devices and initializes the booting process.
Utility software helps maintain and optimize the functioning of a computer system.
Antivirus software is a type of utility software that keeps the computer virus-free.
Application software runs on the platform provided by system software and is specific-purpose software.
Application software is installed according to user requirements and runs on user request.
Examples of general-purpose application software include word processors, database software, and spreadsheet software.
Specific-purpose application software is customizable and used in real-time or business environments.
System software acts as the interface between application software and hardware, while application software acts as the interface between system software and the end user.
Transcripts
software is defined as the instructions
that tell a computer what to do it
comprises the entire set of programs
procedures and routines associated with
the operation of a computer system
it is divided into system software and
application software in this video we
are going to talk about the key
differences between these two types
let's start with a system software
system software is defined as the type
of software that is the interface
between application software and
computer hardware it is designed to
manage system resources and is known as
a general purpose software
it is installed on a computer when the
operating system is installed
it is used for operating computer
hardware
it works in the background hence users
don't directly interact with them
it starts running as we turn on our
computer system and stops when the
system is turned off
system software can run independently it
provides a platform for running
application software
these are examples of system software
the operating system is the main program
that governs and maintains the
intercooperation of the components of a
computer system
it acts as a bridge for the interface
between man and machine for example
microsoft windows linux and mac os
programming language translators refer
to programs that transform programming
languages written by developers into a
form or a language that can be
interpreted compiled and executed by a
computer
when we say assembler it is used to
convert the assembly language into
machine language
the compiler is used to convert
high-level language into machine
language in one go
the interpreter is also used to convert
high level language into machine level
language line by line thus execution
time is low
the device drivers act as an interface
between the various input output device
and the users or the operating system
for example printers and web cameras
that come with a driver disk that is
needed to be installed into the system
to make the device run in the system
bios stands for basic input output
system
it is a small firmware that controls the
peripheral or the input output devices
attached to the system this software is
also responsible for starting the
operating system or initializing the
booting process
the utility software helps to maintain
the proper and smooth functioning of a
computer system it assists the operating
system to manage organize maintain and
optimize the functioning of the computer
system some examples are the following
antivirus software that helps to keep
the computer virus free it notifies when
any malicious file is detected and
removes such files
examples of antivirus are mcafee
antivirus and windows defender
the file management tool helps to browse
search arrange and quickly preview the
files of the system for example windows
explorer is the default file management
tool present in the system
compression tools compress big files and
decrease their size
examples of compression tools are winzip
and winrar
this cleanup tool helps to free up the
disk space an example is piriform c
cleaner
disc the fragmenter helps to reduce the
fragmentation and hence reduces the
access speed
the fraggler is an example of a disk
defragmenter
backup utility helps to backup the files
folders databases or the entire disk
an example of backup utility is windows
backup and restored
application software is defined as the
type of software that runs as per user
request it runs on the platform which is
provided by system software
it is known as specific purpose software
it is installed according to the user's
requirements and it is used by users to
perform specific tasks
it runs as per user request
this means when we launch them that's
the only time they start and stop when
we close them
it works on the user interface hence
users directly interact with them
they can't run without the presence of
system software
there are two classifications of
examples under application software
first the general purpose application
software
these are the types of application
software that are ready to use they are
created by a company or an individual
the following are some examples of this
category
word processors help users to input edit
format and output text content
microsoft word and google docs are some
examples of it
database software helps in organizing
data by creating and managing a database
by storing modifying extracting and
searching for information within a
database
examples of database application
software are microsoft access oracle and
mysql
spreadsheet software helps in organizing
storing and analyzing data in columns
and rows to facilitate calculations
effortlessly and efficiently examples of
application software in the spreadsheet
category are microsoft excel and google
sheets
presentation software is designed to
help users to present information with
ease and clarity through engaging visual
modes such as text pictures sound and
video
some examples are microsoft powerpoint
and google slides
web browsers are used to access and view
websites through accessing the world
wide web
it retrieves the necessary content from
a web server and then shows the page on
the user's device upon user requests
some of the most popular web browsers
are google chrome and safari
multimedia software helps users to
create edit or record images audio and
video files
apple's imovie and adobe's premiere pro
are some examples of this software
second the specific purpose application
software
these are the type of software that is
customizable and mostly used in real
time or business environments they are
developed and designed to fulfill
certain business functions and to
enhance the accuracy efficiency and
effectiveness of operations the
following are some of its examples
ticket reservation system hotel
management system and payroll management
system
in a nutshell system software acts as
the interface between the application
software and hardware of the computer
system whereas the application software
acts as an interface between the system
software and the end user
we come to the end of this video lesson
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knowledge about the difference between
system software and application software
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