Types of Software Flashcard

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What is the role of the operating system in system software?

Back

Managing hardware, software, and user interaction

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What type of software is used for creating and editing text documents?

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Word Processors

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What is the function of utility software?

Back

Keeping the system clean and secure

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What do device drivers do?

Back

Allow the computer to understand hardware

Front

Early computer monitors could suffer from __________ if an image stayed on the screen for too long.

Back

phosphor burn

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Utility Software: These are the helpers.

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keeping things clean and secure. Examples: Antivirus, disk defragmentation (for older hard drives), backup software.

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Device Drivers: These act as

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translators, allowing your computer to understand hardware like printers and cameras