FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

APPLICATION SYSTEM SOFTWARE

SYSTEMS SOFTWARE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Why is systems software needed?
A
To provide a user interface between software and hardware.
B
To control the memory so that many apps can be opened at the same time.
C
To allow the computer system to be maintained and run smoothly.
D
To help maintain or configure a computer system.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -System software is used to manage the computer itself. It runs in the background, maintaining the computer’s basic functions so users can run higher-level application software to perform certain tasks. Essentially, system software provides a platform for application software to be run on top of.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Need for Operating System: Operating System is a program that acts as an Interface between the system hardware and the user making the tasks easier. It is important software which runs on a computer and controls the set of instructions and wisely utilizes each part of the Computer.

Detailed explanation-3: -An operating system is a program that acts as an interface between the computer user and computer hardware, and controls the execution of programs.

Detailed explanation-4: -Systems software are programs that manage the resources of the computer system and simplify applications programming. They include software such as the operating system, database management systems, networking software, translators, and software utilities.

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