Question

which term best describes the operating system of a computer?
output device
motherboard
system software
application software

Explanation:

• Output Device: Hardware (e.g., monitor) for output, not software like OS. Eliminate.
• Motherboard: Physical hardware component, not software. Eliminate.
• System Software: Operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux) manage hardware/software, so OS is system software.
• Application Software: Programs (e.g., Word) for specific tasks, not OS. Eliminate.

Answer:

C. System Software