Question

Write the difference between Application Software and System Software.

Answer 1

System software is used to operate computer hardware, it provides a platform to run application software.

Language - Written in low-level language that is assembly language

Run - It starts running when the system is turn on till system is turned off.

Requirement - Without system software, a system is unable to run.

Purpose - It is general purpose.

Example - Operating System

Application Software:

Application software is used by user for performing a specific task.

Language - Written in high-level language that is C, C++, Java, etc.

Run - It starts running when user request.

Requirement - It is user specific so application software not required to run the system.

Purpose - Application software is the specific purpose.

Example - Microsoft Office, Photoshop