The Genesis of

Application
Software
 The concept of application
software dates to the early days
of computing when computers
were massive machines filling
entire rooms. Early
programmers wrote code in
machine language to perform
specific tasks, making them the
first application developers.
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 What is Application Software?
Application software, often simply referred to as
“apps,” is a type of computer program designed
to perform specific tasks or functions for end-
users. Unlike system software, which manages
the hardware and provides essential
functionalities like operating systems,
application software focuses on delivering user-
centric features and services.
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 What is Application Software?
Application software, often simply referred to as
“apps,” is a type of computer program designed
to perform specific tasks or functions for end-
users. Unlike system software, which manages
the hardware and provides essential
functionalities like operating systems,
application software focuses on delivering user-
centric features and services.
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 Categories of Application Software
Application software can be broadly categorized into several types
based on their functionalities:
Productivity Software: This category includes applications
designed to enhance productivity and efficiency. Common
examples are word processors like Microsoft Word, spreadsheet
programs like Microsoft Excel, and presentation software like
Microsoft PowerPoint.
Graphics and Multimedia Software: These applications focus on
creating, editing, and managing various media elements. Examples
include Adobe Photoshop for image editing, Adobe Illustrator for
vector graphics, and Adobe Premiere for video editing.
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 Communication Software: These applications facilitate
communication and collaboration among users. Email clients,
instant messaging apps, and video conferencing tools are typical
examples of communication software.
Web Browsers: Web browsers allow users to access and navigate
the internet, displaying web pages and content. Popular web
browsers include Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft
Edge.
Gaming Software: Video games and gaming-related applications
fall under this category. From casual mobile games to complex PC
or console titles, gaming software offers entertainment and
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 General tips
● Make sure your computer meets the system requirements of the
program, game, or utility you are attempting to install.
● The manual, or a README file, usually contains instructions on
how to install a program. Find it online at the software website, or
in a text file in the same directory as the installation files.
● If you have problems installing software, or it takes a long time,
close or disable any other running programs. After installing a new
program, if it prompts you to reboot the computer, do so.

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 Questions:

1. What is an application software?

2. What are the categories of application software?
3. How application software works?
4. If you were an application software developer, what app
would you like to develop? Why? (Explain clearly)