A software engineering team is developing the control and diagnostic suite for a new high-resolution MRI scanner. They are categorizing the various software components of the system to ensure correct licensing and architectural design.
Which of the following components is correctly classified as system software?
A bespoke diagnostic tool developed to help radiologists detect and outline lesions on brain scans.
A library program containing pre-compiled cryptographic subroutines used by the scanner's communication module to secure patient files before transmission.
A database system customized to store and manage patient demographic records, schedules, and clinical notes.
A patient portal web application that allows patients to securely log in to view their scanner results.
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