Which is not an example of application software?

• A. Sticky Note
• B. MS Word
• C. Notepad
• D. Windows 10

Answer: (D)

Application software is designed to perform specific tasks for users, such as word processing, note-taking, or graphic design. Examples include Sticky Notes, MS Word, and Notepad; all of these are programs that help users perform particular functions.

In contrast, Windows 10 is not an example of application software; it is an operating system. An operating system serves as the foundational software that manages computer hardware and provides services for application software. It facilitates the operation and management of hardware resources and acts as an intermediary between users and the computer hardware. Thus, while application software runs on top of the operating system to perform specific tasks, the operating system itself, like Windows 10, does not fulfill that role.