TYPES OF SOFTWARE Software can be broadly classified in two categories: 1. System Software, and 2. Application Software. System software provides the basic functions that are performed by the computer. It is necessary for the functioning of a computer. Application software is used by the users to perform specific tasks. The user may choose the appropriate application software, for performing a specific task, which provides the desired functionality. The system software interacts with hardware at one end and with application software at the other end. The application software interacts with the system software and the users of the computer. Figure below shows the hierarchy of software, hardware and users. System software provides basic functionality to the computer. System software is required for the working of computer itself ( operating system). The system software would also include different device drivers. When you request for using any of the devices, the corresponding device dri
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