Application Software Overview

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms, categories, and tools discussed in the lecture on application software.

Application Software (App)

Programs designed to perform specific tasks, making users more productive and assisting with personal activities.

Desktop App

Application that runs on a desktop or laptop computer.

Mobile App

Application designed to run on mobile devices such as smartphones or tablets.

Native App

Software written for a specific platform and installed directly on a computer or mobile device; typically downloaded from an app store.

Cloud App

Software accessed over a network/Internet with or without a browser; data and processing occur on remote servers.

Web App

A type of cloud app accessed through a web browser via a website.

Mobile Web App

Web application optimized to run on mobile devices.

Retail Software

Mass-produced, copyrighted software sold to meet the needs of many users.

Custom Software

Program created to perform functions specific to one business or industry.

Shareware

Copyrighted software distributed free for a trial period, after which payment is required.

Freeware

Copyrighted software provided at no cost by an individual or company that retains all rights.

Open-Source Software

Software whose source code is freely available and collaboratively developed.

Public-Domain Software

Software donated for public use with no copyright restrictions; free to copy or distribute.

Software Registration

Process of submitting user information to the manufacturer to receive support and updates.

Product Activation

Technique used to ensure a program is not installed on more computers than legally licensed.

Word Processing Software

Allows users to create, edit, and format text documents.

Spreadsheet Software

Organizes data in rows and columns and performs calculations.

Database Software

Enables creation, access, and management of structured collections of data.

Presentation Software

Creates visual aids (slides) for communicating ideas and information.

Note-Taking Software

Lets users enter typed text, handwriting, drawings, or sketches on virtual pages.

Software Suite

Collection of individual programs sold or distributed together as a single package.

Personal Information Manager (PIM)

Software that organizes contacts, calendars, tasks, and notes—often on mobile devices.

Project Management Software

Helps plan, schedule, track, and analyze projects’ tasks, resources, and costs.

Accounting Software

Records, processes, and reports a company’s financial transactions.

Document Management Software

Provides sharing, distribution, and search of documents by converting them to view-anywhere formats.

Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Software

Assists in creating engineering, architectural, or scientific designs like floor plans or molecular structures.

Desktop Publishing (DTP) Software

Enables creation of high-quality, professional-looking documents combining text and graphics.

Paint/Image Editing Software

Allows creation and modification of bitmap graphics.

Photo Editing Software

Specialized tools for retouching and enhancing digital photographs.

Video and Audio Editing Software

Permits cutting, mixing, and adjusting segments of video or audio clips.

Multimedia Authoring Software

Combines text, graphics, audio, video, and animation into interactive applications.

Web Page Authoring Software

Helps design and publish web pages with interactive content.

Lifestyle Application

App that provides news, weather, recipes, music composition, or similar daily-life content.

Medical Application

Software for health tracking, symptom research, fitness programs, or sleep monitoring.

Entertainment Application

Enables listening to music, viewing photos, watching movies, or playing games.

Convenience Application

Provides practical utilities such as mapping, alarms, or time checks.

Education Application

Offers tutorials, simulations, or learning materials to teach skills or concepts.

Web Browser

Program that allows users to access and view webpages on the Internet.

Email Client

Software used to send and receive messages and files over a network.

Online Discussion Forum

Website where users post and reply to written messages on specific topics.

Chat Software

Enables real-time typed conversations with one or more users online.

Mobile (Text) Messaging

Service for sending text, pictures, or video via a mobile carrier network.

Blog

Website containing time-stamped posts in diary or journal format.

Internet Phone (VoIP)

Technology that lets users make voice calls over an Internet connection.

File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

Standard method for uploading and downloading files on the Internet.

Internet Messaging

Real-time exchange of messages, files, and media between online users.

Videoconference

Live meeting between geographically separated participants using video and audio over a network.

Personal Firewall

Security tool that monitors and blocks unauthorized network access to a computer.

Antivirus Program

Detects, prevents, and removes viruses from computers and mobile devices.

Spyware/Adware/Malware Remover

Software that detects and deletes malicious or intrusive programs.

Internet Filter

Tool that blocks or restricts unwanted content such as spam, pop-ups, or phishing sites.

File Manager

Utility that displays, organizes, copies, and moves files and folders.

Search Tool

Locates files, contacts, apps, or other items stored on a device.

Image Viewer

Allows users to display, copy, and print graphic files.

Uninstaller

Utility that removes installed programs and their associated files.

Disk Cleanup

Searches for and removes unnecessary files to free disk space.

Disk Defragmenter

Reorganizes files on a hard disk to improve efficiency.

Screen Saver

Program that displays moving images or blanks the screen during periods of inactivity.

File Compression Utility

Shrinks file sizes for storage efficiency or faster transfer.

Personal Photo Editing Software

Consumer-level tools for simple photo enhancements and organization.

Clip Art/Image Gallery

Collection of ready-to-use images and graphics for documents or presentations.

Home Design/Landscaping Software

Helps plan room layouts, gardens, or remodeling projects with visual simulations.

Travel and Mapping Software

Provides driving directions, GPS tracking, and location information.

Reference Software

Digital encyclopedias, dictionaries, or knowledge libraries for quick look-up.

Educational Software

Programs aimed at teaching children or adults through interactive lessons or games.

Personal Finance Software

Tracks income, expenses, budgeting, and investments for individuals.

Legal Software

Guides users through creating legal documents or understanding legal procedures.

Tax Preparation Software

Helps users complete and file personal or business tax returns.

Personal Paint/Image Editing

Basic tools enabling casual users to draw or edit images for non-professional purposes.