FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

APPLICATION SYSTEM SOFTWARE

SYSTEMS SOFTWARE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is meant by the term ‘application software’?
A
Programs that enable a user to complete a task, such as word processing or desktop publishing
B
Programs that are needed to enable the computer to function, including the operating system and utility programs
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In simpler terms, Application Software is a computer program designed to perform specific tasks for users. Application software, also known as end-user software, is a type of software that enables users to interact with and accomplish specific tasks on a computer or mobile device.

Detailed explanation-2: -application software, also called application program, software designed to handle specific tasks for users. Such software directs the computer to execute commands given by the user and may be said to include any program that processes data for a user.

Detailed explanation-3: -Application software, also known as an application or an app, is computer software designed to help the user to perform specific tasks. Examples include enterprise software, accounting software, office suites, graphics software and media players.

Detailed explanation-4: -While application programs provide software that is used directly by the user, system programs provide software that are used by other systems such as SaaS applications, computational science applications etc.

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