(7)List down advantages and disadvantages of Application Software?

Answer: Following are the advantages of Application Software:

(1)Addressing User needs: Main advantage of application software is that it addresses exact requirements of the user. Application Software is designed for specific purpose considering user requirements.

(2)Addressing control against virus: Organization using the applications can design appropriate control to protect against virus.

(3)Providing regular updates: Licensed application software gets regular updates from the developer for security reasons. Additionally, developer provides support for system functionality as and when required.

Following are some of the disadvantages of such software as follows:

(1)Costly Development:  Specific requirements of the application may make it costly.

(2)Malware Infection: If application software is placed online, it carries a threat of infection by a computer virus or other malicious programs.