Class 6 Chapter 3 Introduction to Computer Software

 Introduction to Computer Software
5. Answer the following questions.
a. Define the term 'Computer System'.
Ans: Computer System is a combination of hardware and software.
b.  What is the computer software? Does hardware can work without software.

Ans: The computer software is the set of instructions given to the program to complete the task. No, hardware cannot work without software.

c. What are the major two types of software?

Ans: The major two types of software are: System software and Application software.

d. Define system software and application software.

Ans: A system software is computer software that is used to control and coordinate with the computer hardware.

The computer software which is developed to help the user to perform a specific task is called application software.

e. Name any six popular application software.

Ans: Six popular application software are:

i) Word processing software

ii) Database programs 

iii) Entertainment software

iv) Business software

v) Educational software 

vi) Spreadsheet software.

f. Write down the types of application software.

Ans: The types of application software are: Packaged software and Tailored software.

g. What is package software? Write with examples.

Ans: Package software is ready-made, advanced, and standard software for general works. Example: word processing, graphic, web-designing software, etc.

h. Define tailored software with some examples. 

Ans: Tailored software is a small software developed in a higher-level language for specific small processes. Software for payroll, software for railway reservations, hotel reservations, etc are examples of tailored software.