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Computer
Education I
Quarter 1 – Module 3:
Types of Computer Software
Science – Grade 7
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 1 – Module 3: Types of Computer Software
First Edition, 2020

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Computer
Education I
Quarter 1 – Module 3:
Types of Computer Software
Week 3-4
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Computer Education I Grade 7 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM)

Modules on Types of Computer Software!

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators

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 What I Need to Know

This module was deviced and offered to enhance the interest of learners
in computer, specifically in identifying the types and give example of
computers software, [Link] different activities will help the learners
ability to understand the lessons. The lessons are arranged to follow the
standard sequence of the most essential learning competencies. The facilitator
in-charge may revise the activities depending on the capability of the learners
who will be using this module.

This Module is divided in two lessons, namely:

• Lesson 1 – Systems Software

• Lesson 2 – Application Software

Most Essential Learning Competency:

Demonstrate skills in illustrating the capabilities and the limitations of

computer tools.

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. Define computer software;

2. Identify the common systems software and give examples;
3. Explain the importance of sytems software and application software;
4. Identify the terms used related to application software;
5. Describe application software and give examples;
6. Compare and contrast the different types of computer software.
 What I Know

Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a separate sheet of
paper.

1. What is a computer software? It is a______

a. covering for a computer.
b. device for cleaning a computer.
c. book about how computer work.
d. set of programmed commands that a computer interprets and
executes.

2. Which is built directly on the hardware?

a. Application Software c. Database System
b. Computer Environment d. Operating System

3. Which of the following DOES NOT belong to the group?

a. b. c. d.

4. Which of the following BEST describes a device driver?

a. It runs at a high level of privilege within the operating system
runtime environment.
b. It manages the computer's memory and processes, as well as all of its
software and hardware.
c. It refers to a collection of data, programs, procedures, instructions,
and documentation that perform various predefined tasks on a
computer system.
d. All of the above.

5. Which of the following refers to the soul of computer?

a. Advance Software c. Computer Software
b. Application Software d. Systems Software

6. It is also known as end-user programs.

a. Application Software c. Operating Software
b. Firmware d. Programming Language Translators
7. Which of the following refers to the software that is able to play, create or
record images, audio or video files?
a. Database Software
b. Graphics Software
c. Multimedia Software
d. Education and Reference Software

8. Which of the following DOES NOT belong to the group?

a. Display Drivers
b. Printer Drivers
c. User Device Drivers
d. Motherboard Drivers

9. Which of the following is an example of Word Processor?

a. Adobe Photoshop
b. Google Docs
c. FileMaker
d. FoxPro

10. The following are examples of utility software EXCEPT

a. Avast Antivirus
b. Piriform Cleaner
c. Windows File Explorer
d. Consumer Applications
Lesso
n Systems Software
1

What’s In

In Module 2, you have enhanced your skills and understanding in

defining, identifying the types and parts of computers. As we all know that a
computer system comprises of two main components, the hardware or physical
part which you have previously learned and software which consists of the non
– physical or set of instructions.
In this module you will learn about the types of computer software and
how the types of computer software are associated with each other.

What’s New

We all react differently according to situations? Have you ever thought

how it becomes possible? Let us understand this with the help of an example.
What happens when you ask a question and you know the answer? You
will simply raise your hand. Is it correct? What prompts you to raise your
hand? It is the brain that gives you instruction to react this manner? Similarly,
the computer gets all the instructions from the software to perform various
tasks.
Everyday, we come across with different types of computer software that
help us with our tasks and increase our efficiency. From MS Windows that
greets us when we switch on the system to the web browser that is used to surf
the internet or the games that we play on our computer to the calorie burn
counter on our smartphone, are all examples of software.
In this world of technology, we even come across with various software
development trends that help our business to grow, we are surrounded by all
these softwares which are determined to make our lives easier. Computer
software is the soul of computer. Without computer software, computers cannot
exist.
 What is It

By definition, a Software (also abbreviated as an SW or S/W) is a

collection of data, programs, procedures, instructions, and documentation that
perform various predefined tasks on a computer system. They enable users to
interact with the computer.
In the field of software engineering and computer science, the software is
nothing but information processed by a computer system and programs. The
software includes libraries, programs, and corresponding non-executable data,
such as digital media and online documentation. Computer hardware and
software need each other and neither one of them can be convincingly used on
its own. Without software, computers would be of no use. For instance, without
the help of your web browser software, you will not be able to surf the internet.
Similarly, without an operating system, no application can run on your
computer.
Today there are abundant high-end technologies and software accessible
to us that outline the way we lead our lives and house our continuously
changing and increasing needs. The endless number of software types can be
overwhelming for anybody, especially when one does not understand the
various types of software and their users thoroughly.
Computer software or software is a general term that describes computer
programs. Related terms such as software programs, applications, scripts, and
instruction sets all fall under the category of computer software. Therefore,
installing new programs or applications on your computer is synonymous with
installing new software on your computer. A computer software is essential
because it manages the computer's memory and processes, as well as all of its
software and hardware. It also allows you to communicate with the computer
without knowing how to speak the computer's language.
Good job! Before reading the next page , you are task to answer the
succeding activity about the computer software.
Activity 1.1: The Fact or Bluff of the Computer Software

Objectives: Define and describe the computer software.

Directions: Write FACT if the statement is correct and BLUFF if the statement
is incorrect. Write the answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. A computer software requires a set of instructions that tells the

computer what is to be done with the input data.
2. Computer software is a part of a computer system that consists of
encoded information or computer instructions.
3. The term computer software is synonymous with computer data.
4. A computer software is anything that can be stored electronically.
5. The computer software is used to contrast with computer hardware.
6. Computer softwares are commonly known as programs or
applications.
7. The computer software comprises the entire set of programs,
procedures, and routines associated with the operation of a computer
system.
8. A computer software provides the means of accomplishing many
different tasks with the same basic hardware.
9. A computer software consists of lines of text written by computer
programmers that have been compiled into a computer program.
10. A computer software programs are stored as complex data that is
copied to a computer's hard drive, when it is installed.

Types of Computer Software

Systems Software

Systems software aids the user and the hardware to function and
interact with each other. Basically, it is a software to manage computer
hardware behavior so as to provide basic functionalities that are required by
the user. In simple words, we can say that system software is an intermediator
or a middle layer between the user and the hardware. These computer software
sanction a platform or environment for the other software to work in. This is the
reason why systems software is very important in managing the entire
computer system. When you first turn on the computer, it is the systems
software that gets initialized and gets loaded in the memory of the system. The
systems software runs in the background and is not used by the end-users.
This is the reason why systems software is also known as ‘low-level software’.
The systems software includes operating systems, device drivers and diagnostic
tools. Systems software is almost always pre-installed on your computer.

Some common systems software examples are:

A. Operating System

It is the most prominent example of systems software. It is a collection of

software that handles resources and provides general services for the other
applications that run over them. Although each operating system is different,
most of them provide a Graphical User Interface through which a user can
manage the files and folders and perform other tasks. Every device, whether a
desktop, laptop or mobile phone requires an operating system to provide the
basic functionality to it. As an OS essentially determines how a user interacts
with the system, therefore many users prefer to use one specific OS for their
device. There are various types of operating system such as real-time,
embedded, distributed, multiuser, single-user, internet, mobile, and many
more. It is important to consider the hardware specifications before choosing an
operating system.
The computer's operating system (OS) manages all of the software and
hardware on the computer. Most of the time, there are several different
computer programs running at the same time, and they all need to access your
computer's central processing unit , memory, and storage. The operating
system coordinates all of this to make sure each program gets what it needs.
Some examples of Operating systems given below: Android, CentOS, iOS, Linux,
Mac OS, MS Windows,Ubuntu,Unix. See the images below.

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B. Device Drivers

A device driver is a special kind of software program that controls a

specific hardware device attached to a computer. Device drivers are essential for
a computer to work properly. These programs may be compact, but they
provide the all-important means for a computer to interact with hardware, for
everything from mouse, keyboard and display (user input/output) to working
with networks, storage and graphics.
Device drivers generally run at a high level of privilege within the
operating system runtime environment. Some device drivers, in fact, may be
linked directly to the operating system kernel, a portion of an OS such as
Windows, Linux or Mac OS, that remains memory resident and handles
execution for all other code, including device drivers. Device drivers relay
requests for device access and actions from the operating system and its active
applications to their respective hardware devices. They also deliver outputs or
status/messages from the hardware devices to the operating system.
Further, there are two types of device drivers: Kernel Device Drivers and
User Device Driver. Some examples of device drivers are: BIOS Driver, Display
Drivers, Motherboard Drivers, Printer Drivers, ROM Drivers Sound card
Drivers, USB Drivers,VGA Drivers and Virtual Device Drivers.

C. Firmware

Firmware is the permanent software that is embedded into a read-only

memory. It is a set of instructions permanently stored on a hardware device. It
provides essential information regarding how the device interacts with other
hardware. Firmware can be considered as ‘semi-permanent’ as it remains
permanent unless it is updated using a firmware updater.
Firmware is a software program or set of instructions programmed on a
hardware device. It provides the necessary instructions for how the device
communicates with the other computer hardware. Firmware is typically stored
in the flash ROM of a hardware device.
Some examples of firmware are: BIOS, Computer Peripherals, Consumer
Applications, Embedded Systems and UEFI.

D. Programming Language Translators

A program written in high-level language by the programmer is called as

source code. To convert the source code into machine code, translators are
needed. A translator takes a program written in source language as input and
converts it into a program in target language as output. It also detects and
reports the error during translation by providing diagnostic messages wherever
the programmer violates specification of the high-level language program.

These are mediator programs on which software programs rely to

translate high-level language code to simpler machine-level code.
Some examples of programming languages that use interpreters are
Python, Ruby, Perl and PHP.
Besides simplifying the code, the translators also do the following :
1. assign data storage;
2. enlist source code as well as program details;
3. offer diagnostic reports; and
4. rectify system errors during the runtime.

E. Utility

Utility software is designed to aid in analyzing, optimizing, configuring

and maintaining a computer system. It supports the computer infrastructure.
This software focuses on how an OS functions and then accordingly it decides
its trajectory to smoothen the functioning of the system. Softwares like
antiviruses, disk cleanup & management tools, compression tools, and
defragmenters are all utility tools.
Utility software, along with operating system software, is a type of system
software, distinguishing it from application software.
Some examples of utility tools are: Avast Antivirus, Directory Opus,
McAfee Antivirus, Piriform Ccleaner, Razer Cortex, Windows File Explorer,
WinRAR and WinZip. See the images below.

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What’s More

Activity 1.2: Systems Software Crossword Puzzle

Objective: Identify the common systems software.

Directions: Solve the crossword puzzle by filling in the correct word/term.

Refer to the clues. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

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1. It is a designed to aid in analyzing, optimizing, configuring and maintaining a
computer system.
2. It manages all of the software and hardware on the computer.
3. Example of utility tool.
4. Example of firmware.
5. Example of device driver.
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6. It is a software program or set of instructions programmed on a hardware
device.
7. It is a special kind of software program that controls a specific hardware
device attached to a computer.
8. Example of operating system.

Activity 1.3: Where Do I Belong?

Objective: Identify the examples of systems software.

Directions: Identify the different examples of Systems Software.

Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

Android, Avast Antivirus, Python, BIOS, Computer Peripherals, Unix,

Directory Opus, Ruby, CentOS, Razer Cortex, Motherboard, MS Windows,
WinRAR, Ubuntu, Display Drivers

Table 1. Common Systems Software and Their Examples

Operating Utility Firmware Device Programming
System Driver Languages Translato
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Android Avast BIOS Motherboar Python
Antivirus d
Unix Directory Computer Display Ruby
Opus Peripherals Drivers
CentOS Razer
Cortex
MS Windows WinRAR

Ubuntu

What I Have Learned

Directions: Identify the term described in each number. Fill in the blanks with
the correct word/s. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

1. __________________, or simply software, is a collection of data or computer

instructions that tell the computer how to work.
2. A _________ is a specific type of software that manages a computing device.
3. The system software comprises the operating system, ___________, utility,
________________________________ and device drivers.
4. An operating system has two functions: to coordinate the computers
resources and to ____________ ______________________.
5. The Programmed language translators can :
a. Assign data _________________.
b. Enlist ___________ ___________ as well as program details

6. ________________ is the permanent software that is embedded into a read-only

memory.
7. A ____________ ____________ is software that contains a set of instructions
that command a computer’s operating system on how to communicate with the
hardware so that it can function properly.
8. Softwares like antiviruses, disk cleanup & management tools, compression
tools, defragmenters are all ______________ ___________.

What I Can Do

Objective: Explain the importance of sytems software.

Directions: Answer the following [Link] your answer on a separate
sheet of paper. A
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1. Why is systems software important in a computer ?
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Lesso
n Application Software
2

What’s In

In the previous lesson you have learned all about computer software
and the systems software as type of computer software. You also learned the
common systems software such as the operating system, device drivers,
firmware, utility and programming laguage translators with their respective
examples.

Prepare yourself in this lesson because you will learn about other types
of computer software. You will discover the various type of application
software. In order to let your own excitement come through, you may begin the
journey!

What’s New

Computer application software is basically one of the vital components

in operating computers. Without application software, your computer would be
virtually useless. Any program that you use to complete specific tasks is in fact,
application software. Photo Editors, Movie Editors, Microsoft Word, Publisher,
PowerPoint, Excel and Access are all different types of application software.
To understand the distinction of different information of terms that are
connected in computer systems. You may now answer the activity below.

Activity 2.1: Application Software Word Challenge

Objectives: Identify the terms used related to application software.

Directions: Read the introduction of computer application above. Find as many

words as possible by tracing the words found from the letter grid. Write your
answer on a separate sheet of paper.
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R M N O U J K G F S E P E R G D J M
T O M R B E B A A E I H R O U A U A
S Z I T L R A R W E R O O M R U T S
D I O M I C R O S O F T W O R D U S
C L R E C M A D O S O O I V O E E K
A L D S A A C T F T O E N I D D R F
E A S D T M E P T O T D D E A K S I
X F G U I R R O Y U R I O E X C E L
C I F S O F T W A R E T R D E A R E
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X E A S O R A R M R T R S T C E I A
A F R G W E R P Y T X A O O L S C K
R O A D R G O O G L E T U R E S E E
H X D M U L T I M E D I A P Y O S R
N R A N E O O N Y A K C S O U N R E
O A R M E B R T E V A S A P W E E D

What is It

Application Software is known as end-user programs or productivity

programs are software that helps the user in completing tasks such as doing
online research, jotting down notes, setting an alarm, designing graphics,
keeping an account log, doing calculations or even playing games. Unlike
system software, they are used by the end-user and are specific in their
functionality or tasks and do the job that they are designed to do. For example,
a browser is an application designed specifically for browsing the internet or MS
Powerpoint is an application used specifically for making presentations.
Application Software or simply applications can also be referred to as
non-essential software as their requirement is highly subjective and their
absence does not affect the functioning of the system. All the applications that
we see on our mobile phones are also examples of Application Software. This
software includes executable files and data files such as Installer program,
Uninstaller program, Main executable file, Support modules and Data modules.
Application software, however, is the most important type for computer
users because it is used to achieve many of the tasks that make us turn to our
computers in the first place, such as word processing, web browsing and data
crunching.
 Application software applies the power of system software. This is why
when downloading software, you have to find a version that is compatible with
your running operating system. In essence, that software draws on the OS to
create a Word document, spreadsheet or PowerPoint presentation.

Various Types of Application Software

Word Processors: It is a device or computer program that provides for input,

editing, formatting and output of text, often with some additional features. The
functions of a word processor program fall somewhere between those of a
simple text editor and a fully functioned desktop publishing program. Some
examples of word processors are: Abiword, Apple iWork- Pages, Corel
WordPerfect, Google Docs and MS Word.

Database Software: It is a software program or utility used for creating, editing

and maintaining database files and records. This type of software allows users
to store data in the form of structured fields, tables and columns, which can
then be retrieved directly and/or through programmatic access. It is also
known as the Database Management System or DBMS. They help with the
organization of data. Some examples of DBMS are: Clipper, dBase, FileMaker,
FoxPro, MS Access and MySQL.

Multimedia Software: It is the software that is able to play, create or record

images, audio or video files. They are used for video editing, animation,
graphics, and image editing, Some examples of Multimedia Software are:
Adobe Photoshop, Inkscape, Media Monkey, Picasa, VLC Media Player,
Windows Media Player and Windows Movie Maker.

Education and Reference Software: These types of software are specifically

designed to facilitate learning on a particular subject. There are various kinds
of tutorial software that fall under this category. They are also termed as
academic software. Some examples are: Delta Drawing, Gcompris, Jumpstart
titles, KidPix, MindPlay and Tux Paint.

Graphics Software: It has been deviced to work with graphics as it helps the
user to edit or make changes in visual data or images. It comprises of picture
editors and illustration software. Graphic software helps user to give visual
effects in all form. Some examples are: Adobe Photoshop, Autodesk Maya,
Blender, Carrara, CorelDRAW, GIMP and Modo PaintShop Pro.

Web Browsers: The web browser, or simply "browser," is an application used to

access and view websites. The primary function of a web browser is to render
HTML, the code used to design or "mark up" webpages. Each time a browser
loads a web page, it processes the HTML, which may include text, links, and
references to images and other items, such as cascading style sheets and
JavaScript functions. The browser processes these items, then renders them in
the browser window. They help the user in locating and retrieving data across
the web. Some examples of web browsers are:Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge,
Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Apple Safari, UC Browser and Microsoft Internet
Explorer.

What’s More

Activity 2.2: The Checklist of Application Software

Objective: Identify the types of application softwares.

Directions: Given below are examples of application software. Place a check ()
mark in the column to identify the types of application software. Write your
answers on a separate sheet of paper.

Various Types of Application Software

Example of Word Data Multi Education Graphic Web
Application Processor base media and s Browser
Software Software Soft Reference Software
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1. Abiword
2. Clipper
3. Inkscape
4. Delta
Drawing
5. Autodesk
Maya
6. Microsoft
Edge
7. Apple
Safari
8. Modo
PaintShop
Pro
9. MindPlay
10.
Windows
Media
Player
11.
FileMaker
12. Apple
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14. GIMP
15. Delta
Drawing

What I Have Learned

Directions: Identify the term described in each number. Write your answer
separate sheet of paper.

1. ___________ is computer software designed to perform a group of

coordinated functions, tasks, or activities for the benefit of the user.
2. The Word Processor is a device or computer program that provides for _____,
_______, __________ and output of text, often with some additional features.
3. The following are executable files and data files in the Application
software;______________, uninstaller program, ________________, support
modules and_____________.
4. The Database Software allows users to store data in the form of
structured fields, ________ and __________, which can then be retrieved
directly and/or through programmatic access.
5. The _________________has been deviced to work with graphics as it helps
the user to edit or make changes in visual data or images.
6. The _______________ is an application used to access and view websites.

What I Can Do

Activity 2.3: The Big Picture

Objective: Explain the importance application software.

Directions: Assume the role of a responsible computer user. Write five (5)
reasons why do you need to install an application software in your computer.
Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

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*Rubrics for scoring

Score 10 8 6 5

Criteria Expert Accomplished Capable Beginner

Written Written Written Written
Content and performance performance performance performance
information was done in an was done in was done in was done with
extraordinary an interesting little style. no style.
way. style.
Essay is Essay is Essay lacks Essay
informative & informative some provides a few
well-organized. and information. information.
organized.
No Almost no A few Many
Mechanics grammatical, grammatical, grammatical grammatical,
and spelling or spelling or spelling, or spelling or
Technicalitie punctuation punctuation punctuation punctuation
s errors. errors. errors. errors.
(1-2 errors) (3-4 errors) (5 or more
errors)

Assessment

Multiple Choice. Choose the letter of the best answer.

Write the chosen letter on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Which of the following refers to the part of a computer system that consists
of encoded information or computer instructions?
a. System software c. Computer hardware
b. Computer software d. Application software
2. Computer is any device which aids humans in performing various kinds of
computations or calculations. Which principle of computer system is/are
 involved?
a. It responds to a specific set of instructions in a well-defined manner.
b. It can execute a pre-recorded list of instructions.
c. It can quickly store and retrieve large amounts of data.
d. All of the above.

3. Which of the following helps computer carry out its basic tasks such as
operating systems, BIOS, utilities and translators?
a. System software c. Computer hardware
b. Computer software d. Installer Program software
4. What is an operating system? It is a ______
a. section of software that must be part of every program.
b. part of the hardware that operates input and output devices.
c. part of the hardware that operates the mouse and the window on
the monitor.
d. systems software that coordinates the hardware and software
components of a computer system.
5. Which is built directly on the hardware?
a. Operating System c. Application Software
b. Database System d. Computer Environment
6. Maria needs to submit her science essay output. She wants to create, store,
and print the documents. Which application software will she apply to finish
her output?
a. Word processor c. Presentation Software
b. Spreadsheet d. Data base Management System
7. Which of the following BEST describes a Program Language Translator?
a. It is written in high-level language by the programmer and is called
a source code.
b. It is program that provides the necessary instructions on how the
device communicates with the other computer hardware.
c. It is a program which helps the user to give visual effects in all form.
d. It is a program designed to aid in analyzing, optimizing, configuring
and maintaining a computer system.
8. Which of the following DOES NOT belong to the group?
a. b. c. d.

For item # 9, refer to the diagram below.

9. Which of the following statements justify the diagram?
a. It supports the computer infrastructure and activities of information
systems.
b. It provides access and actions from the operating system and its active
applications to their respective hardware devices.
c. Information systems depend on software resources to help end users
use computer hardware to transform data into information products.
d. The operating system of a computer manages the operations of the
CPU, controls the input/output and storage resources and activities of
the computer system.
10. Which of the following DOES NOT belong to the group?
a. MySQL
b. KidPix
c. Tux Paint
d. Jumpstart titles

Additional Activities

Activity 2.4: Systems software V.S Application software

Objectives: Compare and contrast the common computer systems.

Directions: Answer the following by completing the needed information.

Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

In a Venn diagram, compare and contrast the systems software and application
software.

Systems Software Application Software

Rubrics for scoring

CRITERIA
4 3 2 1

Concept Each section Each section of Each section of Each section of

Arrangement of the diagram the diagram the diagram the diagram
contains four contains three contains three contains very
facts easily facts easily facts that are few facts that
identified. identified. somewhat are not easily
identified. identified.

Primary Student Student Student Student shows

Source exhibits illustrates a display a little or no
Content mastery of the firmer limited understanding
material as understanding understanding of topic.
evidenced by of most of the with some
attention to similarities details
detail. and pertinent to
differences. the subject
matter.

Linking Reflects Most of the Reflects some Contains non-

Content factual information is factual factual
Together information factual and information information
that seemingly and attempts that does not
corresponds corresponds to put it in correspond to
with with corresponding the
appropriate appropriate section of appropriate
section of section of diagram. section of
diagram. diagram. diagram.
 Answer Key

What I Know What‘s New

1. d
2. d Activity 1.1: The Fact or
3. c Bluff about Computer
4. a Software
5. c
1. fact
6. c 2. fact
7. c 3. bluff
8. c 4. fact
9. b 5. fact
10. d 6. fact
7. bluff
8. fact
9. bluff
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What’s More
Activity 1.2: The Systems Software Crossword Puzzle
U T I L I T Y S O F T W A R E

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D R
O P E R A T I N G S Y S T E M
V W
I A
C R
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D I R E C T O R Y O P U S N
R D
V I R T U A L D E V I C E D R I V E R
V O
E M B E D D E D S Y S T E M S I
R D
What’s More
1.3: Where Do I Belong?
Common System Softwares
Operating Utility Firmware Device Programming
System Driver Languages Translato
r
Android Avast BIOS Motherboar Python
Antivirus d
Unix Directory Computer Display Ruby
Opus Peripherals Drivers
CentOS Razer
Cortex
MS Windows WinRAR
Ubuntu

What I Have Learned

1. Computer software
2. system software
3. firmware, programming
language translators
4. service applications.
5. storage, source code
6. Firmware
7. device driver
8. utility tools

What’s New
Activity 2.1: Application Software Word Challenge

A C O M P U T E R T S H J V D E U O
R M N O U J K G F S E P E R G D J M
T O M R B E B A A E I H R O U A U A
S Z I T L R A R W E R O O M R U T S
D I O M I C R O S O F T W O R D U S
C L R E C M A D O S O O I V O E E K
A L D S A A C T F T O E N I D D R F
E A S D T M E P T O T D D E A K S I
X F G U I R R O Y U R I O E X C E L
C I F S O F T W A R E T R D E A R E
E R A T N U E E R A S O R I X R V M
X E A S O R A R M R T R S T C E I A
A F R G W E R P Y T X A O O L S C K
R O A D R G O O G L E T U R E S E E
H X D M U L T I M E D I A P Y O S R
N R A N E O O N Y A K C S O U N R E
O A R M E B R T E V A S A P W E E D

What’s More
Activity 2.2: The Checklist of Application What I Have Learned
Software 1. Application software
2. input, editing, formatting.
[Link] Processor
3. Installer program, Main
[Link] base Software
executable file, Data modules
[Link] Software
4. tables, columns
[Link] and Reference Software
[Link] Software
[Link] Software
6. Web browser
[Link] Browser
[Link] Browser
[Link] Software Assessment
[Link] and Reference Software 1. b
[Link] Software 2. d
[Link] Software 3. a
[Link] Processor
4. d
[Link] Browser
[Link] Software 5. a
[Link] and Reference Software 6. a
7. a
8.b
9. c
10. a
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