aqa2010 q2 info1

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(a) Explain the role and functions of systems software.

(4 marks)

Guidance for examiners on how to mark this question

What is the role of systems software (up to 2)

Example or expansion (Max 1)

Functions of systems software (up to 3)

Max 3 marks if role of system software not stated

Example answer

Systems software is software that is essential to the running of a computer (1) for example an

operating system (1). Two functions of systems software are memory management (1) and to

check for viruses (1)

Max 4