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application Last modified: Wednesday, February 12, 2003
A program or group of programs designed for end users. Software can be divided into two general classes: systems software and applications software. Systems software consists of low-level programs that interact with the computer at a very basic level. This includes operating systems, compilers, and utilities for managing computer resources. In contrast, applications software (also called end-user programs) includes database programs, word processors, and spreadsheets. Figuratively speaking, applications software sits on top of systems software because it is unable to run without the operating system and system utilities. Also see a diagram of n-tier application architecture in the quick reference section of Webopedia. Sponsored listings IBM LotusLive Engage - Discover IBM's Integrated Suite of Online Collaboration Tools for Meetings, Web Conferencing, Sharing & More. Get the No Cost Trial. HP Technology at Work Computer Software Info Resources - Customize a free monthly HP eNewsletter according to your interests. Receive product and driver updates, promotions, news about technology and more! AT&T Tech Support 360 - Save Time and Money for your Small Business with 24/7 AT&T Tech Support.		Related Categories Applications Software Related Terms .NET app application gateway application proxy application server application sharing application software operating system UAT application Products : Top Store Offers: HP Direct  29.99Securely and permanently erases confidential data Migo Digital Shredder Premium Adobe Systems  29.00Caliban(r) Std Regular Parallels  79.99Not only does Parallels Desktop® 5 for Mac fully support Windows 7 and its AERO graphics, it?s optimized for Mac OS X Snow Leopard. And now you can ... HP Direct  37.49HP Data Security Suite HP Data Security Suite RB117AA#ABA Desktop accessories hp PC Energy Efficiency Adobe Systems  29.00ITC Stone(r) Informal Std Semibold Compare all matches: 1159 Store Offers