What are general categories of application software?
In general, software is divided into a number of general categories. Business Business software allows users to perform tasks related to running a business, such as paying accounts, keeping track of goods and items for sale, inventory software and writing reports. Examples of business software are Microsoft Works and Lotus Notes. Education Education software is designed to teach or educate users. These include encylodedias, reference books and instructional programs. Examples of education software are Encylopedia Britannica and Microsoft Magic School Bus. Entertainment/Games Entertainment software is designed for you to have fun with! Its purpose is to keep you entertained! This includes games software. Examples of entertainment software are Microsoft Age of Empires and Sim City 2000. Utility Utility software is designed for you to perform routine tasks associated with the storage and manipulation of your information. This includes software such as schedulers, clocks, media players and
