Chapter 1.2, Problem 1.8CP

Program Plan Intro

System software:

• It is used to control and manage the basic computer operations and is referred as “system software”.
• It includes the following program types:
  • Operating Systems:
    • It is used to control the internal operations of the computer’s hardware, managing computer devices and allowing users to perform data manipulations from storage devices, etc.
  • Utility Programs:
    • It is used to perform a special task that improves the computer’s operation. Programs like data backup, virus scanners and file compression are the examples.
  • Software Development Tools:
    • Tools that help the programmer to create, test and modify software are referred as Software development tools.