Standalone programs or suites of programs designed to perform specific tasks or functions. Examples include productivity software (like Microsoft Office), graphic design tools (like Adobe Photoshop), and web browsers (like Google Chrome).

With the rise of smartphones and tablets, mobile applications have become increasingly popular. These apps are developed for mobile platforms such as iOS (Apple) and Android (Google) and can range from games and social media apps to productivity and utility apps.

Web applications are software programs accessed through web browsers and run on remote servers. They provide dynamic functionality and can range from simple websites to complex web-based systems like online banking platforms, e-commerce websites, and social networking sites.

Enterprise software is designed to meet the needs of large organizations and businesses. These products typically include customer relationship management (CRM) systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, and human resources management (HRM) systems.

Open source software is developed collaboratively by a community of developers and made freely available for anyone to use, modify, and distribute. Examples include the Linux operating system, the Apache web server, and the WordPress content management system.

Embedded systems are specialized computing devices designed for specific functions and embedded within larger systems or products. Examples include automotive control systems, medical devices, industrial automation systems, and consumer electronics.