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Software components

ClassNotes Team 1 MIN READUPDATED 19 JUN 2026

WEEK 3

Software components

A computer solves a problem only when it receives instructions. These instructions are the software of the computer. A set of instructions is called a program. There are three types of software. These are the system software, programming languages and application software. Users

The third component of the computer system is the user. Users are the people that use the computer. The computer cannot function by itself if not operated by human beings. This component is also known as the peopleware.

There are different types of computer users.

Some of them are:

1 Computer policymakers: These are people who make laws concerning the making of the computer.

2 Programmers: These are people who write instructions for the computer to perform certain operations.

3 Operators: These are the people who have direct contact with the computer, and use it on a daily basis.

EVALUATION

1. Explain the term computer system

2. Explain computer hardware and software