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Computer Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board Last updated May 9, 2026
JKSSB Written 2024

Which of the following does not belong to the category of system software?

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Correct Answer: Option D — Microsoft Office
• System Software: This refers to programs that manage the computer hardware and provide a platform for other software to run. It acts as an intermediary between the hardware and the user's applications.
o BIOS (A): The Basic Input/Output System is the first software that runs when you turn on a computer, identifying and initializing hardware components.
o Device Drivers (B): These are specialized programs that allow the operating system to communicate with specific hardware devices (like printers or graphics cards).
o DOS (C): Disk Operating System is a type of operating system, which is the most fundamental piece of system software.
• Application Software: Unlike system software, Microsoft Office is designed to help the user perform specific tasks—such as word processing (Word), data analysis (Excel), or presentations (PowerPoint). Therefore, it belongs to the category of Application Software.

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