System software is a set of programs that run a computer's hardware and application programs. It acts as an interface between the computer's hardware and the user, and it allows other programs to run.
General purpose application software is a type of software that can be used for a variety of tasks. It has many features and is not limited to a single function.
Examples Include:
WPS office
(Word Processor)
Microsoft Powerpoint
(Presentation Software)
Google Chrome
(Web Browser)
Special purpose application software is a type of software designed to perform a specific task. It is often created for a particular business need or user need.
Examples include:
▪️Calculator
▪️Graphic Design Software
▪️Filmora
(Video Editing Software)
🔹Integrated Package
Integrated package application software is a bundle of tools, like word processors, spreadsheets, and presentation software, all in one. They work together, share data easily, and are cost-effective.
▪️Microsoft Office
▪️Google Workplace
▪️LibreOffice
🔹Off-the-Shelf
Off-the-shelf software is a pre-built application that's available for purchase and ready to use right away.
Purpose:
Provides ready-to-use functionality for general tasks.
Affordable alternative to custom software.
Eliminates the need for development time.
🔹Custom-Written
Off-the-shelf software is a pre-built application that's available for purchase and ready to use right away.
Purpose:
Designed to meet specific user or business needs
Includes custom functionalities not available in off-the-shelf software.
Can grow and adapt as the business evolves.
🔹Custom-Written
Off-the-shelf software is a pre-built application that's available for purchase and ready to use right away.
Purpose:
Designed to meet specific user or business needs
Includes custom functionalities not available in off-the-shelf software.
Can grow and adapt as the business evolves.