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IT101 Com Software Flashcards

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______ is a collection of instructions, data, or computer programs that are used to run machines and carry out particular activities.

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Software

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Software is a collection of __________ __ _______that are used to run machines and carry out particular activities.

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instructions, data, or computer programs

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What are the types of software

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Aplication software and system software

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__________also known as end-user programs, or productivity programs, helps the user in completing tasks such as doing online research, jotting down notes, setting the alarm, designing graphics, keeping an account log, doing calculations, or even playing games. They lie above the system software.

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Application Software

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Application Software also known as _______ ___ ___________helps the user in completing tasks such as doing online research, jotting down notes, setting the alarm, designing graphics, keeping an account log, doing calculations, or even playing games. They lie above the system software.

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end-user programs, or productivity programs,

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Application Software also known as end-user programs, or productivity programs, helps the user in ______such as doing online research, jotting down notes, setting the alarm, designing graphics, keeping an account log, doing calculations, or even playing games.

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completing tasks

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Application Software also known as end-user programs, or productivity programs, helps the user in completing tasks such as doing _________jotting down notes, setting the alarm, designing graphics, keeping an account log, doing calculations, or even playing games.

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online research,

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Application Software also known as end-user programs, or productivity programs, helps the user in completing tasks such as doing online research, _______setting the alarm, designing graphics, keeping an account log, doing calculations, or even playing games.

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jotting down notes,

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Application Software also known as end-user programs, or productivity programs, helps the user in completing tasks such as doing online research, jotting down notes, ________designing graphics, keeping an account log, doing calculations, or even playing games.

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setting the alarm,

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Application Software also known as end-user programs, or productivity programs, helps the user in completing tasks such as doing online research, jotting down notes, setting the alarm, _______keeping an account log, doing calculations, or even playing games.

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designing graphics,

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Application Software also known as end-user programs, or productivity programs, helps the user in completing tasks such as doing online research, jotting down notes, setting the alarm, designing graphics, ________doing calculations, or even playing games.

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keeping an account log,

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Application Software also known as end-user programs, or productivity programs, helps the user in completing tasks such as doing online research, jotting down notes, setting the alarm, designing graphics, keeping an account log, doing _______ ________

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calculations, or even playing games.

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Application Software or simply apps can also be referred to as __________ as their requirement is highly subjective, and their absence does not affect the system’s functioning. The apps we see on our mobile phones are also examples of Application Software

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non-essential software

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The _________is a collection of programs designed to operate, control, and extend the processing capabilities of the computer itself. System software Is generally prepared by the computer manufacturers. These software products comprise programs, written In low-level languages, which interact with the hardware at a very basic level. System software serves as the interface between the hardware and the end users.

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system software

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The system software is a collection of programs designed to ___________of the computer itself. System software Is generally prepared by the computer manufacturers. These software products comprise programs, written In low-level languages, which interact with the hardware at a very basic level. System software serves as the interface between the hardware and the end users.

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operate, control, and extend the processing capabilities

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These software products comprise programs, written In _________which interact with the hardware at a very basic level. System software serves as the interface between the hardware and the end users.

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low-level languages,

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An __________ is the most important software that runs on a computer. It manages. the computer’s memory and processes, as well as all of its software and hardware. It also allows you to communicate with the computer without knowing how to speak the computer’s language. Without an operating system, a computer is useless.

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operating system

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An operating system is the most important software that runs on a computer. It manages. the _________and processes, as well as all of its software and hardware. It also allows you to communicate with the computer without knowing how to speak the computer’s language. Without an operating system, a computer is useless.

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computer’s memory

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An operating system is the most important software that runs on a computer. It manages. the computer’s memory and processes, as well as all of its __________ It also allows you to communicate with the computer without knowing how to speak the computer’s language. Without an operating system, a computer is useless.

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software and hardware.

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Without an operating system, a computer is _______.

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useless

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Your ___________manages all of the software and hardware on the computer.

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computer’s operating system (OS)

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Your computer’s operating system (OS) manages all of the _________on the computer.

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software and hardware

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_______ is the process that is initiated once the computer system starts and executes a small set of instructions present in the ROM which will set up system hardware by testing them and load the operating system so that the computer system can carry out further tasks.

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Booting

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Booting is the process that is initiated once the computer system starts and executes a ________present in the ROM which will set up system hardware by testing them and load the operating system so that the computer system can carry out further tasks.

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small set of instructions

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________The small set of instructions present in the ROM is loaded into the computer memory and the CPU executes those instructions.

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Loading of BIOs:

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_________ To check the operability of all the hardware connected to our computer system, BIOS carries out POST which will check the hardware components and if any problem is found, the user is alerted with POST beeps and POST screen messages

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Power-On Self Test (POST):

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_________After the OS is loaded, device drivers are loaded into the memory so that our devices can function correctly

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System Configuration is Accomplished:

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________System utilities like antivirus, volume control, etc. are loaded into the memory in this step

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System Utilities are Loaded:

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_______ If any ______on is being set, the system will ask the user to enter the credentials, and on receiving the correct credentials the computer system will run GUl shell (in most cases) or CLI shell.

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User Authentication:

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A ________is a removable data storage medium used to load and boot an operating system or utility program. Typically, a boot disk is a read-only medium that stores temporary files on a CD-ROM or floppy disc drive. Other boot disk mediums include USB drives, zip drives, and paper tape drives.

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boot disk

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A boot disk is a ______used to load and boot an operating system or utility program. Typically, a boot disk is a read-only medium that stores temporary files on a CD-ROM or floppy disc drive. Other boot disk mediums include USB drives, zip drives, and paper tape drives.

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removable data storage medium

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________ is the process when our computer system moves from the shutdown state to
the start by pressing the power button.

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Cold booting

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_______is the process in which the computer gets restarted due to reasons like
setting the configuration for newly installed software or hardware.

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Warm booting

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_______is the process of
controlling and coordinating computer
memory, assigning portions known as
blocks to various running programs to
optimize the overall performance of the
system.

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Memory Management

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______ - Programs and data that are to be exécuted or processed wait on disk.

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Queues

36
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_____ - into a buffer, where they wait in a queue to be printed.

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Spool

37
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______ - The disk area where the programs or documents wait.

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Buffers

38
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________ in an operating system refers to the set of processes and techniques involved in creating, organizing, accessing,
manipulating, and controlling files stored on storage devices such as hard drives, solid-state drives, or network storage.

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File management

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_______: The way in which files are stored,
organized, and accessed on a storage device. This can
include things like file naming conventions, directory
structures, and file metadata.

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File organization

40
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File organization: The way in which files are _________device. This can
include things like file naming conventions, directory
structures, and file metadata.

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stored,
organized, and accessed on a storage

41
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_____: The ways in which files can be opened,
read, written, and closed. This can include things like
permissions and access controls, which determine
who can read and write to a file

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File access

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_______4: The ability to create
copies of files for safekeeping, and to store them in
the event of data loss.

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File backup and recovery

43
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________: The ability to search for
files based on certain criteria, such as keywords in
the file name or contents, and quickly locate and
open them.

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File indexing and search

44
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_______: The ability for multiple users to access
and collaborate on the same files, either locally or
over a network.

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File sharing

45
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_______ is the process of managing tasks, or the
pieces of work that make up a project.

A

Task management

46
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task management is the process of ________. In
a multitasking operating system, the operating system must
keep track of which tasks are running, and which are waiting
to run.

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allocating
resources to tasks, and managing the execution of tasks

47
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______is the process of
ensuring OS integrity, confidentiality, and availability.

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Operating system security (OS security)

48
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OS security refers to specified steps or measures used to
protect the OS from _______

A

threats, viruses, worms, malware, or
remote hacker intrusions.

49
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Operating system security (OS security) is the process of
ensuring OS ________

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integrity, confidentiality, and availability.

50
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______
Known as utility programs, perform tasks related to the
control and allocation of computer resources. Enhance
existing functions or provide services not supplied by other
system software or programs.

A

SERVICE PROGRAMS

51
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SERVICE PROGRAMS
Known as ________, perform tasks related to the
control and allocation of computer resources. Enhance
existing functions or provide services not supplied by other
system software or programs.

A

utility programs

52
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A _______facilitates communication between an application and its user by acting as an intermediary, between them.
Each application including the operating system is provided with a specific Ul for effective communication

A

User interface (Ul)

53
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A User interface (Ul) facilitates communication between an _______by acting as an intermediary, between them.
Each application including the operating system is provided with a specific Ul for effective communication

A

application and its user

54
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_____are used to enter,
delete, and edit data and to execute.
commands Esc, Ctrl, Alt, Del, Ins, Home, End,
PgUp, PgDn, Num lock, etc.

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Special Purpose keys

55
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____ are positioned along the top
or left side of the keyboard. They are used to
execute commands specific to the software
being used.

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Function Keys

56
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Function Keys are positioned along the top
or left side of the keyboard. They are used to
_______specific to the software
being used.

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execute commands

57
Q

______ are a single keystroke or
command-or a series of keystrokes or
commands-used to automatically issue a
longer, predetermined series of keystrokes or
commands

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Macros

58
Q

_______ - The mouse allows you
to direct an on-screen pointer to perform
any number of activities pointer usually
appears as an arrow, although it changes
shape depending on the application.

A

Mouse and Pointer

59
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______ is a system of interactive visual components for computer software. A GUI displays objects that
convey information and represent actions that the user can take. The objects change color, size, or visibility when the user
interacts with them.

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GUI (graphical user interface)

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GUI (graphical user interface) is a system of ________for computer software. A GUI displays objects that
convey information and represent actions that the user can take. The objects change color, size, or visibility when the user
interacts with them.

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interactive visual components

61
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The GUl was created at ______ by Alan Kay, Douglas Engelbart, and other researchers in 1981.
Later, Apple introduced the Lisa computer with a GUl on January 19, 1983

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Xerox PARC (Palo Alto Research Center)

62
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The GUl was created at Xerox PARC (Palo Alto Research Center) by _________, and other researchers in 1981.
Later, Apple introduced the Lisa computer with a GUl on January 19, 1983

A

Alan Kay, Douglas Engelbart

63
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The GUl was created at Xerox PARC (Palo Alto Research Center) by Alan Kay, Douglas Engelbart, and other researchers in _____.
Later, Apple introduced the Lisa computer with a GUl on January 19, 1983

A

1981

64
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The GUl was created at Xerox PARC (Palo Alto Research Center) by Alan Kay, Douglas Engelbart, and other researchers in 1981.
Later, Apple introduced the Lisa computer with a GUl on _________

A

January 19, 1983

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______ - the system’s main interface screen, displays pictures(icons) that provide quick access to programs and
information.

A

DESKTOP

66
Q

____ - small pictorial figures that represent programs, data files, or procedures

A

ICONS

67
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______ - small text box explaining the icon’s function, appears when you roll the mouse pointer over the icon. A
rollover may also produce an animated graphic.

A

ROLLOVER

68
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_____ - offers you a list of options to choose from Choosing one of these options may produce further menus called
cascading menus pull-up menu is a list of options that pulls up from the menu bar at the bottom of the screen

A

MENUS

69
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_______ is a type of computer program that performs a specific personal, educational, and business functions. Each
application is designed to assist end-users in accomplishing a variety of tasks, which may be related to productivity, creativity, or
communication.

A

Application software

70
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_____- an exclusive legal right that prohibits copying of intellectual property without the permission
of the copyright holder.

A

Copyright

71
Q

_______ - allows the software to be used on all computers at a specific location

A

Site Licenses

72
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_____ - allow a certain number of copies of the software to be used at the same time

A

Concurrent-use License

73
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_______- specifies the number of people who may use the software

A

Multiple-user Licenses

74
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___ - limits software ice to one user at a time

A

Single-user Licenses

75
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Common Operating Systems

A
  1. Android
  2. Windows 10
  3. Microsoft Windows
  4. Ubuntu
  5. Linux
  6. mac OS
  7. Chrome OS
76
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______
○ A major upgrade in a software product (1.xx, 2.xx, 3.xx)

A

Version

77
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______
○ Minor upgrade (1.1x, 1.2x)|

A

Release

78
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_______
○ not protected by copyright and thus may be duplicated by anyone at will
○ Free and can be modified
○ Open source

A

Public Domain Software

79
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______
○ copyrighted software that is distributed free of charge, but users are required to make a monetary contribution, or
pay a registration fee, to continue using it

A

Shareware

80
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_______
○ copyrighted software that is distributed free of charge

A

Freeware

81
Q

______
○ online software that users lease for a fee and download whenever they want it
○ application service providers (ASPs), or software-as-a-service (SaaS) technology

A

Rentalware

82
Q

__________
○ Software obtained illegally
○ Sometimes pirated software can be downloaded off the internet
○ Sometimes it is sold in retail outlets in foreign countries
○ Register Software

A

Pirated Software

83
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_________
○ refers to software that is no longer being sold or supported by its publisher
○ U.S. copyright laws state that copyrights owned by corporations are valid for up to 95 years from the date the
software was first published

A

Abandonware

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_______
○ Word Processing
○ Spreadsheet processing
○ Database software
○ Presentation

A

Application software

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