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Software is

Instructions that when executed providedesired features, functions andperformance.

Documents that describe the operationand use of the programs.

Computer software or just software is ageneral term used to describe a collection of

computer programs, procedures anddocumentation that perform some tasks on acomputer system.

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Characteristics of software

Software is developed or engineered; it is notmanufactured in the classical sense.

Quality can be achieved through good design.Quality problems in manufacturing phase can beeasily solved.Dependent on people.

Require the construction of a product.Software costs are concentrated in engineering.

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A project in business and science is a collaborative enterprise,frequently involving research or design, that is carefullyplanned to achieve a particular aim.

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