Application software vs system software can be confusing to those who don't understand their differences. Both System software and application software interacts with the computer hardware. However, the system software operates the computers hardware and provides a platform for running the application software. The application software on the other hand helps the user to perform single or
. multiple tasks. Some examples of system software are computer operating systems like Windows XP, Linux, MacOs and Ubuntu. Some examples of application software are Microsoft Word, Accounting software like Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access. System software is intricately programmed by system programmers whereas application software are programmed by applications programmers. The system software holds the application software and maintain the functionality of memory, accessory devices, printer, keyboards and display screens.
