Software

  • Software is necessary for a computer.
  • Software gives the computer instructions on what to do as well as how to operate.
  • It assists us in writing, drawing, playing and learning using the computer.

What is software?

  • Software is a set of programs.
  • It provides instructions to the computer.
  • It assists the computer in running smoothly.
  • A computer is a useless device without a program.

Software

Types of Software

Software is mainly of the two following types –

  1. System Software
  2. Application Software

Let us learn about them.

System Software

The computer only works under system software.

Features

  • Starts the computer
  • Lays control over everything on the computer.
  • Helps other software run
  • Maintains the computer in good operation.

Examples

  • Windows
  • Linux
  • macOS

System Software

These programmes assist in the operation of the computer.

Application Software

We do various things with application software –

Features

  • Used for typing and drawing
  • Helps in making projects
  • Used for playing games
  • Helps in learning

Application Software

Examples

  • MS Word: for typing
  • MS Paint: for drawing
  • Calculator: for counting
  • Games: for playing games and fun

Uses of Software

We are assisted by software in a variety of ways –

  • Write homework
  • Make pictures
  • Do calculations
  • Play games
  • Watch videos
  • Learn online

uses of Software

Advantages of Software

  • Makes work easy
  • Saves time
  • Improves learning
  • Helps in communication
  • Makes computers useful

Advantages of Software


Care of Software

  • Software should be taken care of.
  • Do not delete valuable files.
  • Use original software
  • Do not install suspicious programs.
  • Keep antivirus updated
  • Ask adults prior to the installation of new software.

Care of Software

QUIZ FOR SOFTWARE

1. What is software?

A) A device that stores data
B) A programme that instructs the computer on what to do.
C) A machine to assist you in typing.
D) A device that shows images

Answer: B) A programme that instructs the computer on what to do.

2. Which of them is system software?

A) MS Paint
B) MS Word
C) Windows
D) Calculator

Answer: C) Windows

3. What is the application software assisting us with?

A) It helps us use the internet.
B) It assists us in typing documents and playing games.
C) It assists the computer to operate with ease.
D) It prevents viral attacks on the computer.

Answer: B) It assists us in typing documents and playing games.

4. How does the keyboard work in a computer?

A) To type letters and numbers
B) To move the mouse pointer
C) To display text
D) To print documents

Answer: A) To type letters and figures.

5. What are you able to do with MS Paint?

A) Type letters
B) Draw and colour pictures
C) Store data
D) Connect to the internet

Answer: B) Draw and colour pictures

6. And how can you take care of the software on your computer?

A) Delete important files
B) Have original software and update antivirus.
C) Distribute software among all.
D) Ignore software updates

Answer: B) Have original software and update antivirus.

7. Which one of them does typing on the computer to do homework?

A) MS Paint
B) MS Word
C) Calculator
D) Games

Answer: B) MS Word

8. What does the mouse do in a computer?

A) To type words
B) To drag the pointer and click things.
C) To print documents
D) To store files

Answer: B) To drag the pointer and click things.

9. What happens when pressing Ctrl + C on the keyboard?

A) It deletes the text.
B) It copies the selected text.
C) It pastes the text.
D) It moves the pointer.

Answer: B) It copies the selected text.

10. What software is involved in creating pictures on the computer?

A) MS Word
B) MS Paint
C) Calculator
D) Internet Browser

Answer: B) MS Paint