Case study:Your friendAbiha has just received a computer. A computer carries Ubuntu Linux operating system. She calls you to assist her with the setup. Answer the following questions to assist Abiha with the setup of her computer.
a. Give difference and one example of each application software and system software that may have been included with Abiha system.
b. Among the different software, Abiha notices one labeled “Norton Antivirus 2020; a 30 day trial”. She asked about this software. What should you tell her? Your answer should include description of the meaning of the terms “antivirus” and “30 day trial.
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System software is used to operate computer hardware. Application software is used to operate the different apps in the laptop, such as Files, Google Chrome, Pictures Viewer, etc
"Antivirus" applications are mainly used to scan the input data/output data for any signs of virus or malware. When it detects a virus, it alerts the user to either delete or keep the said file. Usually antivirus applications are hard to maintain and hence will not be free of cost to download from the browser. Hence, many companies provide a short "one month free trial" for the user to implement and work with the antiviral scan to see how it works and whether it is suitable. After the trial period, the app shall cost money that the user shall pay in order to use the application. The user can cancel anytime before the trial period is over in case they are not satisfied with the output