Task on Computer

Question

Application Software Role
System Software Role
System Hardware Role
Abstractions Used
Writing a document
Provides a word processor Microsoft Word with tools for typing, formatting, and saving text
Manages file system, handles input/output operations, and memory allocation for the document
CPU processes instructions
File system abstraction for saving/loading files; icons and menus simplify user interaction
Browsing the internet
Web browser interprets HTML/CSS/JavaScript to present web pages
Network stack in OS manages connections, protocols (TCP/IP), and security
Network card handles data transmission/receipt; CPU executes protocols; display shows pages
URLs abstract physical servers; hyperlinks abstract navigation paths
Editing a photo
Image editing software provides tools like filters, cropping, and layers
OS manages memory and graphics rendering resources
GPU processes image transformations; CPU handles calculations; storage saves images
Layers abstract complex pixel manipulation; undo/redo stack simplifies edits
Listening to music
Media player decodes audio files and manages playlist
OS handles audio drivers, file access, and streaming buffering
Sound card outputs audio signal; CPU decodes formats; storage reads files
File formats (MP3/WAV) abstract raw audio data; visual equalizers abstract sound spectrum
Playing a video game
Game software renders graphics, manages game logic, and receives user input
OS schedules processes, manages memory, and coordinates input/output operations
GPU renders graphics; CPU computes physics and AI; controller inputs read
Virtual worlds and in-game interfaces abstract complex computations; icons/buttons abstract controls

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Answer 1

Here's a condensed version of the table outlining the roles of application software, system software, system hardware, and the abstractions used for various tasks:

| Task | Application Software Role | System Software Role | System Hardware Role | Abstractions Used | |-----------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------| | Writing a document | Word processor for typing, formatting, and saving | Manages file system, I/O operations, memory allocation | CPU processes instructions | File system, icons, menus | | Browsing the internet | Web browser interprets web content | Manages network connections, protocols, and security | Network card handles data transmission; CPU executes protocols | URLs, hyperlinks | | Editing a photo | Image editing software with tools like filters and cropping | Manages memory and graphics resources | GPU processes image transformations; CPU handles calculations | Layers, undo/redo stack | | Listening to music | Media player decodes audio files and manages playlists | Handles audio drivers and streaming | Sound card outputs audio; CPU decodes files | File formats, visual equalizers | | Playing a video game | Game software renders graphics and manages game logic | Schedules processes, manages memory, and I/O operations | GPU renders graphics; CPU computes game logic | Virtual worlds, in-game interfaces |

This summary retains the essential information while making it more concise.