CHAPTER TEN
BASIC COMPUTER OPERAIONS AND CONCEPTS COMPUTER SOFTWARE
10.1.2.1 Word processors
Word processors are application softwares used for writing messages, essays etc
10.1.2.2. Drawing software
Drawing softwares are application softwares used for creating drawings or sketches
10.1.2.3.Database software
Database softwares are used for storing data and information in the computer. It is also used for calculations.
10.1.3. UTILITY SOFTWARE
Utility softwares are softwares used for the maintenance, protection of the computer systems. E.g Antivirus, Registry cleaners etc
10.1.4. TRANSLATION/PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE
Translation softwares are softwares used for translating the computer language into a medium or format that can be understood by man. E.g, COBOl, PHP, JAVA etc
EXERCISE 1.
What do you understand by computer software?
2. List the different types of computer softwares.
3. Write short notes on: a. Application software
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