Hardware Software
Computer Hardware
and Software
Differentiate between
computer hardware and
software
Learning Identify examples of
hardware and software
Objectives
Understand the roles of
hardware and software
Computer
Hardware
Computer hardware
means the physical
components of a
computer system.
Think of the bits you
can touch!
Classification of Hardware
Processing Memory Storage Devices Input / Output
Devices Devices Devices
Keyboard,
CPU HDD, SSD, monitor, speaker,
RAM, ROM
USB Flashdrive etc.
Computer
Software
Computer software is
the programs and
instructions that tell the
computer what to do.
You can’t touch
software!
Software
Classification
Software can be classified System software
into different categories
based on its purpose and
functionality.
Utility software
Each software type has a
role to play in computer
systems.
Application software
System Software
System software is Functions
the software Managing User interface Input and Managing
responsible for memory output applications
managing the
hardware. It also
provides a platform Examples
for running utility and
application software.
Windows macOS Linux iOS
Utility Software
Utility software are Examples
programs designed to assist
in system maintenance and
management tasks.
This software is important
in optimising system
performance, ensuring
security, and preventing Anti-virus software Disk defragmenters
Backup utilities
data loss.
Application Software
Application software or ‘apps’ are programs designed to perform specific
tasks for users.
Examples
Productivity Entertainment Communication
e.g. word e.g. web browsers
e.g. video games
processors
Let’s Try!
Quiz: Put the components into the correct category.
RAM Chrome
Hardware
Windows Norton
Printer Minecraft
USB drive Photoshop
CPU Keyboard
Android Router
Software
Choose one hardware component and one software component.
Why these components are important to a computer?
Hardware
Software
Hardware
Chrome Android
CPU RAM
Windows Photoshop
Router Printer
Minecraft Norton
Keyboard USB drive
Software
Choose one hardware component and one software component.
Research why these components are important to a computer.
Hardware
The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is often considered the "brain" of a computer, and it plays a crucial role in its overall performance. The CPU
performs the majority of the calculations and executes instructions required for software to run. It carries out tasks such as arithmetic operations,
logic operations, and data manipulation. The faster and more efficient the CPU, the quicker it can process these tasks, leading to better overall
performance of the computer.
Software
The operating system (OS) is a fundamental component of any computing device, serving as an intermediary between the hardware and
software. The operating system manages hardware resources such as the CPU, memory (RAM), disk storage, and peripherals. It allocates these
resources efficiently among running applications, ensuring that each application gets the necessary resources to function properly without
interfering with others.
Assignment!
1.What is programming Language and it’s
classification?
2.Define what is program, programming,
and programmer?
Thank You
for
Listening
Chris Ann M. Carilla
