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MODULE-INTRODUCTION-TO-COMPUTING
Operating System
An operating system is a program that manages the computer hardware resources and controls the execution of application programs. Examples are
1. Microsoft Windows 98/2000/Me/2003/Vista
2. UNIX
3. Linux
4. MacOS
Utility Software
Utility software also called service programs are special programs used to enhance perform both at system and user levels. System level utilities optimizes system performance while application level utilities help in smooth running of application programs. Examples are
1. Norton utility
2. McAfee suites

Network Software

Networking software enables computers and other peripheral devices connected on a network to communicate and share resources. Examples are
1. Novell Netware
2. UNIX
3. Windows NT based operating systems


Firmware

Firmware, also referred to as stored logic is an integration of both hardware and software on a single silicon chip. These are mostly packaged as ROM chips.

Advantages and disadvantages of computer
In this lecture, you will be introduced to the advantages and disadvantages of computers. Advantages of computers
1. Large storage of data in small amount of space.

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