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What is Computer Software & Hardware? Differentiate between Software & Hardware

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Computer Software Software refers to a set of instructions that a computer system executes to perform specific tasks. These instructions are written in programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, and many others. Software can be divided into two categories: system software and application software. Source | Pexels - Pixabay System software:  Sytem Software is the software that runs the computer system itself. It includes the operating system, device drivers, and other system utilities. The operating system provides the interface between the computer hardware and the applications running on it. It manages system resources, such as memory and processing power, and provides security features to protect the system from viruses and other threats. Device drivers are software that enables communication between the computer and specific hardware components, such as printers or graphics cards. System utilities are software tools that help manage and optimize the performance of the com...