Question

name the types of software that fall under the category of system software

Answer 1

SYSTEM SOFTWARE

System software is a type of software which controls all the internal activities of the computer system.

There are three types of software which falls under the category of system software they are:-

• Operating system.
• Utility software.
• Device drivers.

OPERATING SYSTEM

It is a type of system software which manages all the system software. It's main function is to allow user to interact with computer by using computer's resources. Example :- Windows, Linux and many more.

UTILITY SOFTWARE

This is a type of system software which helps to analyse, configure, optimize and maintain a computer. Example :- File backup, File managing, Virus scanner and many more.

DEVICE DRIVER

It is a type of system software which directs operating system with respect to communication with hardware. It consists DVD, CD, printer and many more.