What is the difference between system software and application software?

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System software is stuff that is used to keep the computer running, Operating System, Diagnostic Tools, Device Drivers, etc. Application software is the "stuff" that you use to make the computer do the REST of your demands, such as Photoshop, Netscape, Real Player or Solitare.

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