System Software
Software is a set of data, computer programs, or instructions that are designed to perform a specific task, it instructs a computer on what to do.
System Software
This is a program in an electronic device (computer) that is designed to process and execute hardware and applications and handle its resources, such as its processors and devices. it runs and operates internally as an interface between application software and hardware and manages all functions of the computer.
Types of System Software
Operating System: this is a type of system software that manages computer hardware and software resources, like handling input and output, computer memory management, and controlling peripheral devices. When you On a computer, it is the first program that loads, an OS manages and keeps record of all executed programs in your computer. It also help users to interact with the computer system, without it you cant be able to do anything with it.
Device Driver: these are tiny programs in a system that allows a computer to communicate with its hardware devices. It reduces the troubleshooting issues in your system and makes it possible for all the external devices to perform their tasks smoothly. Most of the device drivers, such as a mouse, keyboards, network card, display card etc., are already installed in the computer system by the computer manufacturing companies.
Firmware: firmware is a form of microcode or program embedded into hardware devices to help them operate effectively.