Distinguish between the following: System Software and Application Software

System software It is a program that manages and supports the computer resources and their operations. It executes various tasks such as processing data and information, controlling hardware components, and allowing users to use application software. It functions as a bridge between computer system hardware and the application software. It is made up of many control programs, including the operating system, communications software and database manager. An application software cannot run without a System software. Ex: DOS, Windows, Ubuntu. Application software Application software is program that performs common information processing jobs for end users. These do not require advanced level computer skills and allow users to do things like creating text documents, playing video games, listening to music or viewing websites. For example, word processing programs, electronic spreadsheet programs, database management programs, graphics programs, communications programs Example MS word, power point, Chrome, Internet Explorer. Difference between System Software and Application Software System software gets installed when the operating system is installed on the computer while application software is installed according to the requirements of the user. System software includes programs such as compilers, debuggers, drivers, assemblers while application software includes media players, word processors, and spreadsheet programs. Generally, users do not interact with system software as it works in the background whereas users interact with application software while doing different activities. A computer may not require more than one type of system software while there may be a number of application software programs installed on the computer at the same time. System software can run independently of the application software while application software cannot run without the presence of the system software.