Introduction to System Software
System software is a type of computer program that manages and controls computer hardware resources, providing a platform for running application software. It acts as an intermediary between computer hardware and user-level applications.
- Operating Systems (OS)
- Device Drivers
- Utilities
Types of System Software
There are several types of system software, including:
- Operating Systems (OS): manage computer hardware resources and provide a platform for running applications.
- Device Drivers: control and interact with computer hardware devices.
- Utilities: perform specific tasks, such as disk formatting and data backup.
Examples of System Software
Examples of system software include:
- Microsoft Windows
- macOS
- Linux
- Device drivers for printers and graphics cards