a) Briefly explain the differences between firmware, operating system software and application software. t b) Briefly explain THREE ways in which organisations can acquire software + t t c) Jamin is a small firm that manufactures New Zealand souvenirs. Jane is in charge of manufacturing and has the responsibility of purchasing a new inventory management software package for her company. 1) Identify and carefully describe THREE criteria (or factors) that Jane should consider when evaluating the software packages that are available. ii) For TWO of the criteria (or factors) identified in (1) above, briefly explain a negative impact (1.e. something that could go wrong) for the firm, if the factor is not taken into consideration in the purchasing decision. t