Difference Between Computer hardware and software
Computer Software:
Computer Software:
- Programs and data that give instructions to the hardware.
- Intangible; can’t be touched or seen.
- Comprises:
- Operating Systems (e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux)
- Application software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Adobe Photoshop)
- Utility software (e.g., antivirus, disk utilities)
- System software (e.g., drivers, firmware)
Computer Hardware:
Computer Hardware:
- Physical components of a computer system.
- Tangible and touchable parts.
- Examples include:
- Central Processing Unit (CPU)
- Random Access Memory (RAM)
- Hard Disk Drive (HDD) or Solid State Drive (SSD)
- Motherboard
- Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
- Input/Output devices (e.g., keyboard, mouse, monitor)
- Networking equipment (e.g., routers, modems)
