Device Backbone Riddle

Front

I am the backbone of your device,
Running all your apps in a trice.
I control everything you see,
Without me, your device can’t be.
What am I?

Back

Operating System

Front

I help you write, create, and play,
From reports to letters every day.
I help you with your tasks galore,
And open documents you adore.
What am I?

Back

Application Software

Front

I let you run many systems on one,
Creating virtual machines, just for fun.
One physical device, many to use,
For testing, running, or making a fuse.
What am I?

Back

Virtualization Software

Front

I’m embedded deep inside the device,
With instructions that make it run nice.
I don’t change often, but I’m always here,
I make sure your gadget doesn’t fear.
What am I?

Back

FirmWare

Front

I help you talk with people far,
Sending messages wherever they are.
From emails to texts, I’m always near,
A click away to make things clear.
What am I?

Back

Communication Software

Front

I sit in between to make things flow,
Connecting systems and data in tow.
I help apps talk to each other right,
Making sure everything’s in sight.
What am I?

Back

Middleware

Front

I let you create and edit with flair,
Designing images with love and care.
From photos to drawings, I help you create,
Whether it’s a poster or a digital plate.
What am I?

Back

Graphics Software

Front

I help you clean and fix your drive,
Without me, your files might not survive.
I back up files, I clear the junk,
I help you stay safe from a system funk.
What am I?

Back

Utility Software

Front

I guard your system, night and day,
Stopping threats that come your way.
I fight the bugs, the worms, the spies,
And keep you safe from sneaky lies.
What am I?

Back

Antivirus Software

Front

I help programmers write with ease,
I turn their code into a breeze.
I find the errors they might miss,
And help them with their code bliss.
What am I?

Back

IDE (Integrated Development Environment) or Compiler