TYPES OF SOFTWARE

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Across
  1. 3. Programs designed to perform specific tasks for users, such as word processing or web browsing.
  2. 6. Allows the operating system to communicate with hardware devices.
  3. 7. Software that is available for use at no cost but may have limitations on use or distribution (e.g., Skype for communication, Adobe Acrobat Reader for PDF viewing).
  4. 8. Software that connects different applications or services, facilitating communication and data management.
  5. 12. The primary software that manages computer hardware and software resources.
  6. 14. Proprietary software with restricted access to its source code (e.g., Microsoft Office).
  7. 15. Software distributed on a trial basis, allowing users to evaluate it before purchasing.
  8. 16. Tools used by programmers to create applications, such as IDEs (Integrated Development Environments).
  9. 17. The software that manages hardware components and provides a platform for application software.
  10. 18. A software application used to access and view websites on the internet.
  11. 19. Software that is owned by an individual or a company and has restrictions on its use and distribution.
Down
  1. 1. Programs specifically designed for gaming, including both single-player and multiplayer experiences.
  2. 2. Tools that perform maintenance tasks for computers, such as virus scanning and disk management.
  3. 4. Software with source code that anyone can inspect, modify, and enhance (e.g., Linux).
  4. 5. Applications designed specifically for mobile devices like smartphones and tablets.
  5. 9. Provides maintenance and optimization functions for the computer.
  6. 10. Applications hosted on remote servers and accessed via the internet, allowing for flexible usage across devices.
  7. 11. Applications designed to create, manage, and manipulate databases.
  8. 13. Specialized software programmed into hardware devices to control their functions.