software

• there are two main types of software, system software and application software.
• application software is a group of software that perform specific tasks
• system software is software that controls supports or operates the computer
• an operating system manages all the hardware and software on a computer
• operating systems:

  manage all the hardware and software on a computer

  maintains security

  provides a user interface
• it is important to have usernames and passwords so no one can access your personal data
• a dialog box is a small window that provides options to complete a task and conveys warning or error messages
• different types of programs include:

  graphics and design, word processor spread sheet, database presentation software ,communication software ,office suite desktop publishing, games, web authoring software, web browser financial applications
• windows, macOS, and Linux are all examples of operating systems