SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

EMERGING TRENDS IN SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

MISCELLANEOUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Software is a collection of ____
A
Set of instructions + Operating Procedures
B
Programs + Documentation + Operating Procedures
C
Programs + Hardware manuals
D
Programs
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The software comprises the entire set of programs, procedures, and routines associated with the operation of a computer system. The term was coined to differentiate these instructions from hardware-i.e., the physical components of a computer system. Programs + documentation + operating procedures is the correct answer.

Detailed explanation-2: -3. Operating Procedures: Operating Procedures consist of instructions to set up and use the software system and instructions on how react to the system failure. Example of operating system procedures manuals is: installation guide, Beginner’s guide, reference guide, system administration guide, etc.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are different types of software that can run on a computer: system software, utility software, and application software.

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