Software
The term software represents all computer programs, applications and operating systems. It refers to the set of instructions that trigger the hardware to execute a task. There are two types of software: system software and application software. The former serves to control the internal processes of a computer while the latter allows the user to execute certain tasks, e.g. word processing, spread sheet or data base applications.
Why is this information important for translators and translation teachers?
Hardware and software are basic ICT notions relevant for understanding how computers are structured and work.