Computer hardware definitions (2022/2023) rated A

Computer hardware definitions (2022/2023) rated A Operating system the software that supports a computer's basic functions, such as scheduling tasks, executing applications, and controlling peripherals Application software Application software is a set of one or more programs designed to carry out operations for a specific application. Application software cannot run on itself but is dependent on system software to execute Pc (personal computer) A general-purpose computer equipped with a microprocessor and designed to run especially commercial software (as a word processor or internet browser) for an individual user Mac computer Since 2010, Apple has also offered the Magic Trackpad as a means to control Macintosh desktop computers in a way similar to laptops. Software [edit] The original Macintosh was the first successful personal computer to use a graphical user interface devoid of a command line