Types of Softwares

Computer Software
Software, also called Programs. Software is a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do and how to do it.
Types of the Software
Basically there are two types of the Software

System Software

Application Software



System Software
System software consists of the programs that control or maintains the operations of the computer and its devices. System software serves as the interface between user, computer and application software.
There are further two types of the system software
Operating System
Utility Programs

Operating System: is a set of programs that coordinates all the activities among computer hardware devices. The operating system also contains instructions that allow users to run application software. For examples Windows, DOS, Linux, UNIX, Apple Macintosh, Sun-Solaris etc.

Utility Programs: allows a user to perform maintenance type tasks usually related to managing a computer, its devices, or its programs. For examples Antivirus, Backup and Recovery of software, Disk cleanup, Defragmenter, Drivers etc.

Application Software
Application Software consists of programs that perform specific tasks for users. Popular application software includes word processing software, spreadsheet software, database software and presentation graphics software.