A2 - Computer software in a computer system

A2 - Computer software in a computer system

1. Operating systems

2. The role of the kernel in controlling and managing system

3. The role of the operating system in managing

4. Factors affecting the choice and use of user interfaces

5. Factors affecting the choice of operating system

6. Factors affecting the use and performance of an operating system

7. Utility software

   • The purpose, features and uses of utility software
   • Factors affecting the choice, use and performance of utility software

8. Application software

   • The purpose, features and uses of application software
   • Factors affecting the choice, use and performance of application software

9. The principles and implications of open source operating systems and software.