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System Software

• Enables hardware and software to work together and provides basic functionality.
• Examples:
  • Operating Systems (OS): Windows, macOS, Linux, Android.
  • Utility Programs: Disk cleanup tools, antivirus software.

Application Software

• Designed for end-users to perform specific tasks.
• Examples:
  • Productivity Tools: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace.
  • Media Software: VLC Media Player, Adobe Photoshop.
  • Web Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari.

Development Software

• Tools used by developers to create other software.
• Examples:
  • IDEs (Integrated Development Environments): Visual Studio, Eclipse.
  • Version Control Systems: Git, GitHub.

Middleware

• Acts as a bridge between different applications or between applications and databases.
• Example: Database management software like Oracle Middleware.