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Why do we separate the software from the hardware in computers?
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∙ 11y ago
hardware is what the computer are made of that includes but not limit to graphic-cards,ram,hdd,Motherboard(MB),CPU(central processing unit),fans,cabinet and things like that...
for what software is is easier to just quote wikipedia,
software is a set of programs, procedures, algorithms and its documentation concerned with the operation of a data processing system. Program software performs the function of the program it implements, either by directly providing instructions to the computer hardware or by serving as input to another piece of software.
see related links for future information on both software and hardware
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Is the mouse a software?
The mouse is not a software but hardware that is used in computers. Software refers to applications that are used on computers but hardware is the parts that are connected to a computer.
What is the opposite of hardware?
For computers, the opposite of hardware is software.
Define the terms software and hardware compatibility and What role have they played in the evolution of computers?
compatibility with software and hardware
The hardware and software the enable individual computers and components to interact is known as the?
The hardware and software that enable individual computers and components to interact is known as the network interface.
How you overcome cost of computers software and hardware purchase?
Use secondhand hardware and "open source" software. For the latter look in the related link below.
Why need hardware and software?
If you didn't have hardware you wouldn't have a computer. If you didn't have software the hardware would be a boat anchor.
The two main parts of a computer are its hardware and?
Computers have hardware (the parts the computer is made up from) and software (programs)
When USING computers what is encountered as a result of the software running on the hardware?
A crash can be the result of software running on the hardware when you are using a computer. The blue screen of death is sometimes encountered when this happens. A software problem can sometimes appear as hardware failing.
System software that acts as a liaison between the user and the computers hardware and software?
Operating System, such as Windows or Linux.
How you get help when you are working on your computer?
Depending what help you require...is it hardware or software. Reputable software and hardware companies good online tech support.
What is hardware asset management used for?
Hardware asset management describes the management of the non software side of computer and computer networks. This entails acquisition of computers through disposal of computers.
A firewall can come in either software or hardware form.?
I think firewalls can be both software and hardware. When you buy computers, it will usually always come with a limited time only antivirus and firewall.
