Chapter 4 Flashcards
Native App
written for a specific platform and installed on a computer or mobile device
Cloud App
makes use of software and data that are not stored on your computer or mobile device
Web App
special type of cloud app that is accessed by visiting a website in a browser
Retail Software
mass-produced, copyrighted software that meets the needs of a wide variety of users
Custom Software
performs functions specific to a business or industry
Shareware
copyrighted software that is distributed at no cost for a trial period
Freeware
copyrighted software provided at no cost by an individual or company that retains all rights to the software
Open Source Software
software provided for use, modification, and redistribution
Public-Domain Software
has been donated for public use and has no copyright restrictions
Software Registration
optional and usually involves submitting your name and other personal information to the software manufacturer or developer
Product Activation
technique that some software manufacturers use to ensure that you do not install the software on more computers than legally licensed
Computer-Aided design
assists professionals and designers in creating engineering, architectural, and scientific designs and models
Augmented Reality App
overlays information and digital content on top of physical objects or locations
Virtual Reality App
provides an immersive user experience
Personal Firewall
security tool that detects and protects a personal computer and its data from unauthorized intrusions
Antivirus Program
protects a computer against viruses by identifying and removing any computer viruses found in memory, on storage media, or on incoming files
worm
resides in active memory and replicates itself over a network to infect computers and devices
Trojan Horse
destructive program disguised as a real program
Rootkit
program that easily can hide and allow someone to take full control over your computer
Spyware Remover
type of program that detects and deletes spyware and similar programs
Adware Remover
program that detects and deletes adware
Spam
unsolicited email message or posting sent to many recipients or forums at once
Anti-Spam Program
filtering program that attempts to remove spam before it reaches your inbox or forum
Web Filtering Software
program that restricts access to certain material on the web
Phishing
scam in which a perpetrator sends an official-looking email message that attempts to obtain you personal and/or financial information
Phishing Filter
program that warns or blocks you from potentially fraudulent or suspicious websites
Pop-up Blocker/Pop-under Blocker
filtering program that stops pop-up/pup-under ads from displaying on webpages
File Manager
tool that performs functions related to file management
Search Tool
program that attempts to locate a file, contact, calendar event, app or any other item stored on your computer or mobile device based on criteria you specify
Image Viewer
tool that allows users to display, copy, and print the contents of a graphics file, such as a photo
Uninstaller
tool that removes a program, as well as any associated entries in the system files
Disk Cleanup
tool searches for and removes unnecessary files on computers and mobile devices
Disk Defragmenter
tool that reorganizes the files and unused space on a computer’s hard drive so that the operating system accesses data more quickly and programs run faster
Screen Saver
tool that causes a display device’s screen to show a moving image or blank screen if no keyboard or mouse activity occurs for a specified time
File Compression Tool
shrinks the size of a file(s)
PC Maintenance Tool
program that identifies and fixes operating systems problems, detects and repairs drive problems, and includes the capability of improving a computer’s performance
Backup Tool
allows users to copy, or back up, selected files or the contents of an entire storage medium to another storage location
Restore Tool
reverses the process and returns backed up files to their original form
Power Management Tool
monitors a laptop or mobile device’s battery usage
