O-LevelComputer ScienceSoftware2210/12 · May/June 2024 · Q45 Marks
A student uses both system software and application software on their computer.
- (a)Give one example of system software.[1]
- (b)Give two examples of application software. 1 2[2]
- (c)Describe the difference between system software and application software.[2]
Mark scheme
Marking points from the official mark scheme (May/June 2024). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.
- [1] Any one from: • Operating system • Utility software // by example
- [2] Any two from.: Example: • Word processor • Spreadsheet • Database • Web browser • Image/photo-editor • Video-editor • Email client • Game • Social media app
- [2] Any two from: • System software manages/maintains the hardware/software • Applications software allows the user to perform tasks
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