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C Arithmetic OperatorsC Assignment OperatorsC Relational OperatorsC Logical OperatorsC Increment & Decrement OperatorsC Conditional or Ternary OperatorC Bitwise OperatorsC Type CastingC Sizeof OperatorC Comma OperatorC Operators Precedence and AssociativityC ExpressionsC Evaluation of Expressions  C - Operators Practice Test.1  C - Operators Practice Test.2  C - Operators Practice Test.3
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C FunctionsC Advantages of Using FunctionsC Function PrototypeC Basic Function DesignsC Programs Using FunctionsC ScopeC Local Variable and Global VariableWhy int main() return 03 Place to declare functionsC RecursionC Base Condition in RecursionC Iteration vs RecursionC Stack Overflow Error in RecursionC Nested functionsC Variable Length Number of ArgumentsC Parameter Passing – Call by value and Call by RefC Passing Strings to FunctionsImplementation of square() functionImplementation of factorial() functionImplementation of pow(x, n) functionImplementation of reverse(int) functionImplementation of countDigits(int) functionImplementation of palindrome(int) functionImplementation of primeNumber(int) function  C - Functions Practice Test.1  C - Functions Practice Test.2
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Strings in CStoring StringsC The String DelimiterC String Literals (String Constants)C Strings vs. CharactersC Declaring and Initialization of StringsC Strings and the Assignment OperatorC String Input Functions / Reading StringsC String Output Functions / Writing StringsC fscanf() and fprintf() FunctionsC Single Character Library FunctionsC String Manipulation Library FunctionsC Programs Using Character ArraysC Array of StringsC Programs Using Array of Strings  C - Strings Practice Test.1  C - Strings Practice Test.2
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Types of Softwares

Software refers to the programs and applications that run on computers and other digital devices, enabling them to perform various tasks and functions. Software can be categorized into several types based on its functionality and purpose. Here are some common types of software:

  1. System Software:
    • Operating Systems (OS): This software manages and controls hardware resources and provides a platform for running other software. Examples include Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.
    • Device Drivers: These software components enable communication between the computer's operating system and specific hardware devices, such as printers, graphics cards, and network adapters.
  2. Application Software:
    • Word Processing Software: Used for creating, editing, and formatting documents. Examples include Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and LibreOffice Writer.
    • Spreadsheet Software: Designed for creating and analyzing data in tabular form. Examples include Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and LibreOffice Calc.
    • Presentation Software: Used to create slideshows and visual presentations. Examples include Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, and LibreOffice Impress.
    • Web Browsers: Software used to access and navigate websites on the internet, such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge.
    • Email Clients: Applications for sending, receiving, and managing emails, like Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, and Gmail.
    • Media Players: Software that plays audio and video files, such as VLC Media Player and Windows Media Player.
    • Graphics Design Software: Tools for creating and editing images and graphics, like Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, and CorelDRAW.
    • Video Editing Software: Used to edit and produce video content, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and iMovie.
    • Antivirus and Security Software: Protects computers from viruses, malware, and other threats. Examples include Norton Antivirus, McAfee, and Windows Defender.
    • Gaming Software: Includes video games, both single-player and multiplayer, developed for various platforms like PC, consoles, and mobile devices.
    • Utility Software: Provides various system maintenance and optimization functions, such as disk cleanup, system backup, and file compression.
    • Database Management Systems (DBMS): Software for creating, managing, and querying databases, including MySQL, Oracle Database, and Microsoft SQL Server.
    • Educational Software: Designed for learning and teaching purposes, often used in schools and educational institutions.
  3. Programming Software:
    • Integrated Development Environments (IDEs): Software tools that provide a comprehensive environment for coding, debugging, and building software applications. Examples include Visual Studio, Eclipse, and PyCharm.
    • Text Editors: Simple tools for writing and editing code, like Notepad++, Sublime Text, and Vim.
    • Version Control Software: Helps developers track changes to their code and collaborate with others. Git, SVN, and Mercurial are popular version control systems.
  4. Middleware:
    • Middleware software acts as a bridge between different software applications and facilitates communication and data exchange between them. It's commonly used in networking, web services, and enterprise applications.
  5. Embedded Software:
    • Embedded software is specialized software that is embedded into hardware devices, such as microcontrollers, to control their functions. Examples include the software running in your car's engine control unit (ECU) or your smart refrigerator.
  6. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning Software:
    • AI and ML software includes tools and libraries for developing AI and machine learning models, like TensorFlow, PyTorch, and scikit-learn.
  7. IoT (Internet of Things) Software:
    • IoT software enables communication and control of IoT devices, allowing them to collect data and perform various tasks.
  8. Scientific and Engineering Software:
    • Software designed for scientific research, simulations, and engineering tasks, such as MATLAB and AutoCAD.
  9. Business and Enterprise Software:
    • Software solutions for managing business operations, such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software, and project management tools.
  10. Communication and Collaboration Software
    • Software that facilitates communication and collaboration among individuals and teams, including messaging apps, video conferencing tools, and document sharing platforms.

These categories encompass a wide range of software applications and tools, each serving a specific purpose in the digital world. The choice of software depends on the user's needs and the tasks they wish to accomplish.

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