Computer Software and Buying a Computer

System software

provides the structure and control necessary to run the computer and its peripheral devices

operating system and utility software

what are the two major components of system software?

OS, Operating software

controls the functions of a computer and determines which applications can be used on a device

Advantages: free to download and use, less susceptible to viruses, modifiable by users

Disadvantages: steep learning curve, compatibility issues with some programs

what are the advantages/disadvantages of the LINUX OS platform?

Utility programs

Allows you to perform a specific maintenance type task on a computer and are included with both windows and macOS. Tasks include disk cleanup, file maintenance, file search and system backup and restore

Applet

Small application programs that are often utility programs performing less complex and operational functions

Slide, slide master, slide show, speaker notes

--what are the common presentation software terms?

Installing software

prepares a digital device for use; refers to putting software on a digital device or adding hardware components and drivers to a digital device

Uninstalling software

removing software from a computer

Control panel site

Allows you to change computer settings, manage tasks, install and uninstall programs and many other options

the launchpad

which app navigates (finds and organizes) all of the files and folders on your Mac?

touchscreen

what type of screen is used for a variety of applications, like ATMs, GPSs, and POSs and allows for the input of data with the use of a stylus or finger?

projective capacitive (pro-cap)

one of the most popular categories of touchscreens for laptops, tablets and phones is the __________________________________-_; it uses electricity (voltage) to calculate touch points

footprint

the larger the size/screen size of the laptop, the larger the ____________________ (or area the device takes up on a table)