Computer Science · Oct / Nov 2023 · Paper 11 · Question 3
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The table contains four descriptions about a computer system. Complete the table by writing the correct term for each description. Term Description A collective term for the physical components of the computer system. A type of software that provides services that the user requires and allows the user to perform tasks on the computer. A type of software that manages the main functions of the computer, including managing files and managing memory. A type of software that is stored in the read only memory (ROM). It includes the basic input output system (BIOS) and the bootloader. [4]
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Term
Description
hardware
A collective term for the physical
components of the computer system.
application software
A type of software that provides
services that the user requires and
allows the user to perform tasks on the
computer.
operating system
A type of software that manages the
main functions of the computer,
including managing files and managing
memory.
firmware
A type of software that is stored in the
read only memory (ROM). It includes
the basic input output system (BIOS)
and the bootloader.
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