Utility software helps maintain, manage, and protect computer resources. It includes programs like disk utilities, backup utilities, security software, and cleanup utilities. Disk utilities maintain files on disks, backup utilities safeguard files through backups, security software removes viruses and malware, and cleanup utilities delete unwanted programs. Other utility software includes file management, CD/DVD burning, file transfers, searches, synchronization, and desktop customization tools. These utilities work together to keep computers running smoothly and protect them from potential threats.

1. Utility Software By: Andrew DeAngelis and Wayne Trinh

2. What is utility software It is any system software besides the operating system that helps to maintain, manage, and protect computer system resources

3. Why is it important OS are becoming more complex Keeps computer running smoothly Help to protect OS on the internet

4. Examples of Utility Software There are types of software that help to protect and keep computer systems running smoothly, such as:

5. Defragmentation and Disk Utilities Maintain files on disk and arrange them in a manner that allows for fast access

6. Backup Utilities Safeguard files by creating backup copies

7. Security Software Search for and remove viruses and spyware from computers, and guard against attacks

8. Spam and Pop-up Blockers Remove junk mail and ads

9. Windows Cleaners Remove unwanted programs and leftover traces of programs from the system

10. Diagnostic Software Provides a view of system resources to allow the user to see how the processor, memory, and other resources are performing

11. Examples of Utility Software These examples of utility software are designed to assist users in managing and transferring files

12. File Management Utilities Provide tools for copying, deleting, renaming, and organizing files

13. CD/DVD Burners Copy and store files on CDs and DVDs

14. File Transfer Utilities Move and share files across networks

15. Search Utilities Find files on a computer system

16. Examples of Other Utilities Provide a way to customize your computing environment and make computing resources more convenient to access

17. Synchronization Software Synchronize files across multiple computers

18. Desktop Enhancements Provide customization tools for desktop, icons, shortcuts, color schemes, and other visual elements of the desktop

19. Screensaver Skins, Themes, and Wallpaper Provide a visual style for the desktop

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