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Types of Software

ICSE · Class 5 · Computer Studies

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A programmer writes a program in C++ (a high-level language). Which system software will convert the ENTIRE program into machine code ALL AT ONCE before it runs?

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What is the KEY difference between a Compiler and an Interpreter?

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Which of the following system software is responsible for transferring a program from a secondary storage device (like a hard disk) to the primary memory (RAM) of a computer?

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Riya wants to write HTML code for her school project. She needs a platform where she can type and edit the code. Which system software should she use?

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Application software requires which of the following to function efficiently?

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An Operating System

Step 1: The question asks what is REQUIRED for application software to work efficiently. Step 2: Application software always runs in the BACKGROUND of a system software, specifically the Operating System (OS). Step 3: Without an OS (like Windows), application software such as MS Word or a Media Player cannot run at all. Step 4: A Compiler is a translator for programming languages — it is not what application software needs to run. Step 5: A Text Editor and a Loader are other types of system software but they do not provide the platform for application software to operate. The Operating System

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MS Excel 2019 is the recently developed version of which category of general purpose application software?

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Spreadsheet

Step 1: The question asks about MS Excel 2019 and which category it belongs to. Step 2: A Spreadsheet is an application software used to work with TABULAR DATA (values in rows and columns), perform calculations, and represent data as charts and graphs. Step 3: MS Excel 2019 is the recently developed Spreadsheet software. Step 4: A Word Processor (MS Word 2019) is used to create letters, notices, and documents — not for tabular data calculations. Step 5: A Database Management System (MS Access 2019) is for organising data in files with different fields. MS Excel's row-column structure and calcu

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A school wants software built SPECIFICALLY for its own attendance, fee, and examination management. No other school will use the same copy. What type of software is this?

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Customised (Special Purpose) Application Software

Step 1: The key details in the question are: built SPECIFICALLY for ONE school, for only ONE type of task (school management), and NO other school can use the same copy. Step 2: Customised (Special Purpose) Application Software is designed exclusively for ONE organisation as per its specific requirements — it is tailor-made or bespoke software. Step 3: It is the sole property of the organisation and is protected under copyright or licence agreement. Step 4: General Purpose Application Software (like MS Word) is made for EVERYONE and serves MULTIPLE purposes — it is NOT specific to one organisa

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Which of the following is ANOTHER name for Customised Software?

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Bespoke or Tailor-made Software

Step 1: The question asks for another name for Customised Software. Step 2: According to the chapter, Customised Software is also called 'Bespoke' or 'Tailor-made' software — because it is made to fit the exact needs of one organisation, just like a tailor makes a dress to fit one specific person. Step 3: Freeware refers to software available free of cost to anyone — it is NOT the same as customised software. Step 4: Open Source Software is software whose source code is freely available to everyone — again, NOT customised. Step 5: Utility Software is a system software that performs specific ma

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Key topics in Types of Software include This mind map shows how all software divides into three main categories, with examples of each type, This flowchart shows how a compiler converts high-level code to machine code in one complete process, This flowchart shows how an interpreter works line by line, translating and executing each line sequentially. These are the concepts ICSE Class 5 examiners draw on most — study them first, then practise related questions.
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