FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

Detailed explanation-1: -Programs designed to perform specific tasks related to managing computer resources are called application software.

Detailed explanation-2: -Special purpose software is software that can only be used for one particular task. For example, scientific calculator software can carry out calculations, but it cannot be used to perform any other tasks, such as writing an essay or designing a logo.

Detailed explanation-3: -Single-User/Single-Tasking OS An operating system that allows a single user to perform only one task at a time is called a Single-User Single-Tasking Operating System. Functions like printing a document, downloading images, etc., can be performed only one at a time. Examples include MS-DOS, Palm OS, etc.

Detailed explanation-4: -A central processing unit (CPU), also called a central processor, main processor or just processor, is the electronic circuitry that executes instructions comprising a computer program.