System Software
Application Software
Characteristics
100

Give one example of a system software.

Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, or iOS.

100

Which application software is commonly used to create slide presentations?

Microsoft PowerPoint, Canva, Google Slide

100

The suitability of the software for use in a variety of environments, such as with different OSes, devices and browsers.

 Compatibility

200

True or False

System software allows application software to run.

True

200

True or False

Application software is designed to help users perform specific tasks.


True

200

Software's ability to carry out its specified functions.

Functionality  

300

System software is tricky for everyday users to see because it runs quietly in this hidden area. What is it?

Background

300

Who is responsible for starting and closing an application software program?

The user

300

The degree to which a diverse group of people, including individuals who require adaptive technologies such as voice recognition and screen magnifiers, can comfortably use the software.

Accessibility  

400

Unlike other apps, system software runs automatically anytime this major event happens.

Turning on the computer

400

True or False

Once installed, application software runs automatically in the background 24/7 without the user ever needing to click it.

False

400

The ability of the software to be installed in a specified environment.

Installability

500

True or False

While application software is installed by the user whenever it is needed, system software is usually installed at the same time as the Operating System (OS) by the manufacturer.

True

500

What is required to start and stop an application software program?

Python and JavaScript

500

The ability of the software to perform well without wasting energy, resources, effort, time or money.

Efficiency