2 - Understand computer software

Question 1

What is bespoke software?

Answer 1

Specially designed software for a business to use

Question 2

Main advantage to off-the-shelf software

Answer 2

Ready to use software meaning it should not have any big problems needing to be fixed.

Question 3

Definition of software?

Answer 3

Programs and applications a computer system would use that is not a physical thing you can see.

Question 4

The purpose of Utility Programs

Answer 4

Software, that can be part of the OS, that helps to maintain and control the computer.

Question 5

Advantage of Open Source software

Answer 5

open source allows anyone to edit the source code, this allows for the community to improve the the software and help the developers.

Question 6

Why would a PERSON not use open source software?

Answer 6

It can be hard to learn how to use open source software and requires training or experience with code to use it.

Question 7

Why would a COMPANY not use open source software?

Answer 7

A company might not want to reveal its code to the public as it could be used against them or used by their competitors to gain an edge over them.

Question 8

Example of productivity software that can be used for image editing.

Answer 8

Adobe Photoshop, Fireworks, ACDsee or Illustrator.

Question 9

What are disadvantages of freeware?

Answer 9

It may have restrictions on upgrades or no warranty