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Hardware Vs Software- Which Comes First?

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Often there is a discussion on which comes first: Hardware or Software? Which is more important, or is it that both are equally important? Discuss.

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This solution examines the often quoted debate about which is more important: hardware or software. It examines this issue by taking into account various facts related to this issue.

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