Introduction to Computer: Chapter 1 - Week 6: Application Software

Flashcards covering key concepts from introduction to application software, software distribution, licensing, types of application software, collaboration on the web, and web navigation tools.

What is software?

A set of instructions that tells the computer what to do.

What are the two basic types of software?

Application software and system software.

What are the three main ways to distribute software?

Local installation; Software as a Service (SaaS); Subscription.

What are common sources for purchasing software mentioned in the notes?

DVD from a brick-and-mortar store; downloading from the Internet; student discounts; freeware; beta versions.

What should you check before installing software?

System compatibility and requirements.

What is a restore point used for?

To recover the system after a crash.

What is the difference between full installation and custom installation?

Full installs all components; custom lets you choose which components to install.

What is a recovery drive used for?

To recover the system after a crash or reinstall the OS.

Do SaaS or subscriptions typically require upgrades?

Not usually; upgrades are often handled by the service provider.

What does EULA stand for and what does it govern?

End User License Agreement; ownership, copying rights, number of installations, warranties.

Name two broad categories of application software.

Productivity and Business Software; Multimedia and Educational Software.

Give examples of word processing software mentioned.

Microsoft Word; Writer (LibreOffice); Pages (Apple iWork).

Give examples of spreadsheets mentioned.

Microsoft Excel; OpenOffice Calc; Numbers (Apple); LibreOffice Calc.

Give examples of presentation software mentioned.

Microsoft PowerPoint; OpenOffice Impress; Keynote.

What is the purpose of a database in software?

To store and organize data.

In a database, what are fields, records, and tables?

Field: a data category; Record: a group of related fields; Table: a group of related records.

Name some note-taking software examples.

Evernote; Simplenote; Notability.

What is a Personal Information Manager (PIM)?

Software to manage e-mail, contacts, calendars, and tasks.

What features are common in productivity software?

Wizards, templates, and macros.

What is tax preparation software and give examples?

Software to prepare tax returns; e.g., TurboTax; H&R Block at Home.

What is small business software used for?

Accounting, inventory, payroll, DTP, and web authoring tools.

What is CAD software?

Computer-Aided Design for automated designs, drawings, and 3D models.

What is ERP software?

Enterprise Resource Planning; integrates back-office operations.

What is vertical market software?

Software designed for a specific industry or market (e.g., real estate, banking).

What is digital multimedia software used for besides games?

Producing computer games, animations, movies; photo and video editing.

What is drawing software used for?

Creating 2D drawings, diagrams, and animations (e.g., Illustrator).

What is digital audio software?

Software for digital audio files, editing and production; DAWs.

What is app creation software?

Tools to create games or apps (Unity, Adobe Flash, RPG Maker, GameMaker).

What is educational and reference software?

Software for test prep, simulations, instruction, course management, etc.

What is project management software used for?

Creating scheduling charts to plan and track tasks and resources.

What does CRM stand for and what does it do?

Customer Relationship Management; stores sales and client contact information.

What is CAD in the context of software categories?

Computer-Aided Design for automated designs and 3D visualizations.

What does ERP do in a business software context?

Controls back-office operations and processing; integrates data across departments.

What is vertical market software addressing?

Needs of specific industries or markets (e.g., real estate, banking).

What is digital multimedia software used for besides games?

Photo editing and video editing; audio processing where applicable.

What is drawing software example mentioned?

Adobe Illustrator.

What is digital audio software example mentioned?

Digital audio workstation software and audio-editing tools.

What is app creation software examples?

Unity, Adobe Flash, RPG Maker VX, GameMaker.

What is educational and reference software used for?

Test preparation, simulations, instructional course management, learning resources.

What is project management in the context of software capabilities?

Scheduling charts to plan and coordinate resources.

What is CRM software used for?

Storing sales and client contact information in a central database.

What is CAD in software contexts?

Computer-Aided Design for automated designs and 3D visualizations.

What does ERP stand for in software contexts?

Enterprise Resource Planning; integrates back-office operations.

What is the purpose of vertical market software?

Addresses needs of a specific industry or market.

What is web-based educational software?

Web-based platforms with course materials, tests, and discussions.

What is the role of digital activism?

Using digital tools to raise awareness about issues (e.g., Ice Bucket Challenge).

What is geolocation and why is it a privacy concern?

GPS-based location data used for targeting ads; potential privacy issues.

What is a URL?

A unique address identifying a web document.

What are hyperlinks and bookmarks?

Hyperlinks link to other documents; bookmarks save links for later.

What is a breadcrumb trail in web navigation?

Shows the path you took to reach a page on a site.

What is a search engine?

Software that uses keywords to index and retrieve information; uses spiders and indexers.

What is a metasearch engine?

A search engine that aggregates results from multiple search engines.

What are Boolean operators used for in search?

AND, OR, NOT to refine results; quotes for exact phrases; wildcards.

What should you consider when evaluating internet resources?

Authority, bias, relevance, audience, and links.

What is digital activism and give an example?

Using digital tools to raise awareness; example: #IceBucketChallenge; #BringBackOurGirls.

What is geolocation in online privacy terms?

Using location data for services or ads; privacy and legal concerns.

Which statement about Google Docs is true?

Google Docs is an example of Software as a Service (SaaS).