System Software

            System Software consists of the programs that control or maintain the operations of the computer and  its devices. System software serves as the interface between the user, the application  software, and the computer’s hardware. Two types of system  software are the operating system and utility programs.

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         An Operating System is a set of programs that coordinates all the activities among computer hardware devices. It provides a means for users to communicate with the computer and other software. Many of today’s computers use Microsoft’s Windows or Mac OS, Apple’s Operating system.

         When a user starts a computer, portions of the operating system are copied into memory from the computer’s hard disk. These parts of the operating system remain in memory while the computer is on.

         A Utility Program allows a users to perform maintenance-type tasks usually related to managing a computer, its devices, or its programs. For example, you can use a utility program to transfer digital photos to an optical disc. Most operating system include several utility programs for managing disk drivers, printers, and other devices and media. You also can buy utility programs that allow you to perform additional computer management functions.