Types of software

Computer software is normally classified into two broad categouries :-

(I)               System software

(II)              Application software

              System software

System software includes general programs written for a computer. It consists of pre written programs and documentation supplied by the manufacture along with the computer. These programs are held permanently in the machine. The primary objective of this software are to :

·        Enhance the efficiency of hardware utilised and

·        Make computer simple to use