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Computer Hardware and Software

Computer hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system like a monitor, keyboard, and mouse. Computer software includes operating systems and applications that run on hardware. There are two main types of software: system software like operating systems, and application software like word processors and web browsers. Computer software controls hardware and both depend on each other to function properly.

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Computer Hardware and Software

Computer hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system like a monitor, keyboard, and mouse. Computer software includes operating systems and applications that run on hardware. There are two main types of software: system software like operating systems, and application software like word processors and web browsers. Computer software controls hardware and both depend on each other to function properly.

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COMPUTER

HARDWARE
AND
SOFTWARE
COMPUTER HARDWARE

• isdefined as the physical


part or component of a
computer system which can
be felt, seen, and touched.
EXAMPLES:
COMPUTER SOFTWARE
defined as a set of instructions or
collection of programs
which are designed and developed
to perform specific tasks.
Computer software needs
hardware to function
properly.
2 MAIN TYPE OF COMPUTER
SOFTWARE:

1.System Software
2.Application
Software
SYSTEM SOFTWARE
• a program that helps in booting
and running the computer system
like OS(operating system).
APPLICATION SOFTWARE
•allows the users to perform some
actions on the computer system
like MS Office(MS Word, MS
Access, MS Excel).
OPERATING SYSTEM
• most essential
software installed in
computer systems.
•  maintains, assists andcollaborates
with other software and hardware
for better functionality and
performance.
• If the operating System is missing in any computer,
the System refuses to start or even boot.
EXAMPLES

• Microsoft Windows 10.1.


• Microsoft Windows 11.
• Unix.
• Linux.
• Mac.
WORD PROCESSING SYSTEM
•like MS: Word is used
and utilized for editing,
creating and updating
documents and articles
quickly and accurately.
EXAMPLES
1.MS Word.
2.Google Doc.
3.WPS Office.
4.Word Perfect.
SPREADSHEET SOFTWARE
•is compelling software used to
manage, organize, and analyze
data. Spreadsheet assists data
organization, analysis and
calculation with speed and just
a few fingertips.
EXAMPLES

•MS- Excel.
•Google Sheets.
•LibreOffice Calc.
WEB BROWSERS
•are extensively used for
connection and communication
with the internet by searching
websites, blogs and applications
over the internet.
EXAMPLES

1.Google Chrome.
2.Mozilla Firefox.
3.Internet Explorer.
4.Safari.
5.Microsoft Edge.
MULTIMEDIA PLAYERS
• are used to efficiently play
audio, digital content and
video content. These are very
versatile and powerful
software that is an essential
part of our daily life.
EXAMPLES

•VLC Player.
•MX Player.
•Windows Media Player.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
SOFTWARE
•is used to create design and
graphics in the creative industry
and design. These powerful
tools have excellent features,
characteristics and functionality
for creative individuals.
EXAMPLES

1.Adobe Photoshop.
2.Adobe Illustrator.
ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARE

•is used to eliminate viruses and


malware from the computer
system. These programs repair
files, programs and applications
corrupted or damaged by viruses.
EXAMPLES

1.Quick Heal.
2.Norton Antivirus.
3.McAfee Total Protection.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE COMPUTER
SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE:

•Computer software controls the


computer hardware and both are
dependent on each other. One can not
act independently without the other.

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