NIMCET 2026 — Computer PYQ

A system administrator is analysing the software layers of a corporate computer. Which of the following statements correctly distinguish system software from application software?

$$\text{I. }\text{Device drivers are classified as application software because end-users install them to run devices.}$$

$$\text{II. }\text{Linux, macOS, and Android are operating systems and are classified as system software.}$$

$$\text{III. }\text{The OS kernel manages CPU scheduling, memory allocation, and hardware access on behalf of programs.}$$

$$\text{IV. }\text{A web browser and a word processor are examples of system software because they help users perform common tasks.}$$

Identify the $\text{CORRECT}$ option.