what are 8 types of software with defination
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System Software
System software coordinates the complete system hardware and provides an environment or platform for all the other types of software to work in. It is the most basic type of software in any computer system, which is essential for other programs, applications and indeed for the whole computer system to function.
Application Software
Application software are those that help the user perform the tasks of his/her choice. They are non-essential software which are installed and run depending upon the requirements, in the environment provided by the system software.
Programming Software
Programming software are used to write, test, debug and develop other software programs and applications. The various programming language editors such as Eclipse- a Java language editor, come under this category. They are used for creating both the system as well as application software.
Freeware- Freeware are a type of software that anyone can download from the Internet and use for free.
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Shareware- Shareware are usually distributed for free on a trial basis. It can be shared without violation of any laws. They usually stop working or prompt the user to purchase the full version, once the trial period expires.
Originally Answered: What are the software types?
Software - Software is a set of instructions or programs written by programmers/developers on various languages for computer to perform some specific task
Software is often divided into two categories.
1 ) System Software - It is a base for application software which responsible for managing hardware.
In other words we can say that system software is a intermediator between user and hardware. system software is also known as Operating System
Example - MS-Windows, UNIX, Linux, Sun Solaris
2) Application Software - or simply applications, are often called productivity programs or end-user programs because they enable the user to complete tasks, such as creating documents, spreadsheets, databases and publications, doing online research, sending email, designing graphics, running businesses, and even playing games! Application software is specific to the task it is designed for and can be as simple as a calculator application or as complex as a word processing application.