7. Using Apps Flashcards
What should you do before installing software?
Close other apps or files
You might need to disable anti-virus software
How do Microsoft store apps differ from desktop apps?
Desktop apps are software downloaded from the browser or disk
By running apps in a restrictive sandbox
The sandbox prevents store apps from system-wide changes or crashing the OS or interfering with other apps.
How to inspect the properties of an executable file?
May be done to fix apps that wont execute
Right-click file & select Properties
The Details tab is useful for troubleshooting. The Compatibility tab can be used to run the program in a compatibility mode & adjust the display settings
How to enable/disable Window components & add-ons?
Clicking Turn Windows Featurs on or off in Programs & Features
Meaning of EULA?
End User License Agreement
What does a single-use license mean?
Software can only be used on 1 device
How is software usually activated?
Product key
A long string of characters & numbers printed on the box or disc case
What are serial numbers often used for?
aka product ID
Technical support
What does a group use/site license mean?
Software can be installed on an agreed number of computers
Unlimited amount of users can use the software simultaneously
What does a concurrent license mean?
Software can be used by a set number of users at a time
if a company purchases a concurrent license for 10 users, only up to 10 users can access and use the software at any given time.
Meaning of CAL?
Client Access Licenses
What does a CAL refer to
Granting access to software via network servers for authorized users
users dont have install the software
What is shareware?
Software that is free for a limited time
After the period is over, you must pay to continue to use.
What is freeware?
Free software
shareware & freeware are protected by copyright
What is open source software?
Software that makes its source code available for viewing & modifying
What is productivity software?
Apps that help complete office tasks
Most productivity software is sold in suites, like Microsoft Office
Meaning of PIM?
Personal Information Manager
What is email software usually coupled with?
PIM software
PIM software allows to store & organize infol, like contacts
Meaning of VoIP?
Voice over IP (Internet Protocol)
How does VoIP work?
Packages voice as packets to transmit over the network
It reassembles the packets to provide 2-way real-tim voice communication
Meaning of DTP?
Desktop Publishing
Purpose of DTP software?
To combine text & images in the best layout for various media
Media like books, magazines, posters, ebooks, webpages, etc.
