System software provided with the 1A Processor simplifies the task of using input/output devices, manages a portion of system time and memory resources, provides control over program interfaces, and provides an interactive facility that permits examination of system behavior. The impact of this software has been to simplify initial development of switching systems using the 1A Processor, to facilitate software maintenance, and to provide flexibility in adding system features. This article describes the capability and organization of the 1A Processor control, administrative, and utility software.