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Software classification: AQA GCSE Computer Science questions

Every AQA GCSE Computer Science exam question on 3.4.3 Software classification, 2022–2025, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.

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  1. Q05

    June 2025 · Paper 2

    2 marks3.4.3 Software classification
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  2. Q09.2

    June 2023 · Paper 2

    1 mark3.4.3 Software classification
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  3. Q09.3

    June 2023 · Paper 2

    1 mark3.4.3 Software classification
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  4. Q04.1

    June 2022 · Paper 2

    2 marks3.4.3 Software classification
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  5. Q04.2

    June 2022 · Paper 2

    4 marks3.4.3 Software classification
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All 5 questions on Software classification, as a list
  1. June 2025, Paper 2, Q05 (2 marks): One function of an operating system is processor management. State two other functions of an operating system. [2 marks] Function 1 Function 2
  2. June 2023, Paper 2, Q09.2 (1 mark): Define the term system software. [1 mark]
  3. June 2023, Paper 2, Q09.3 (1 mark): Define the term application software. [1 mark]
  4. June 2022, Paper 2, Q04.1 (2 marks): Describe what is meant by the terms system software and application software. [2 marks] System software Application software
  5. June 2022, Paper 2, Q04.2 (4 marks): State four functions of an operating system. [4 marks] 1 2 3 4

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