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use 'bootup' rather than 'bootstrap', latter applies to compiler written in the language it compiles
Computer programs are broadly broken down by the functional level they work at:
Computer programs are broadly broken down by the functional level they work at:
*[[Bootstrap]]ping programs, which operate on power up, and ready the machine for further instructions.
*Bootup programs, which operate when a computer is switched on, and ready the machine for further instructions.
*[[Operating system]]s, which create a platform on which applications can be run, and manage the interface with data reading devices and peripherals such as printers, video monitors, etc.
*[[Operating system]]s, which create a platform on which applications can be run, and manage the interface with data reading devices and peripherals such as printers, video monitors, etc.
*Applications, which are programs that accomplish specific tasks, such as [[spreadsheet]]s, [[word processor]]s, [[CAD]] programs, web browsers, etc.
*Applications, which are programs that accomplish specific tasks, such as [[spreadsheet]]s, [[word processor]]s, [[CAD]] programs, web browsers, etc.