Module 6 Flashcards
In a relational database, the database object that contains the actual data is the ___
table
spreadsheet software
used to create computerized spreadsheets
constant values
numerical entries in a spreadsheet
absolute cell references
formulas are copied exactly as they are written; for when you want to use a specific cell address in all copies of the formula; use $ to make cell reference absolute- $B$6
graphics software
used to create or modify graphics, edit digital audio or video, play multimedia files, and burn CDs and DVDs
T/F: Graphics are animated sequences of images.
false
Label
A text-based entry in a worksheet cell that identifies data on the worksheet.
function
named, preprogrammed formula in a spreadsheet
cloud software
delivered on demand, via the web. Aka software as service (SaaS), web-based software, and cloudware.
graphics
digital representations of images, such as digital photos, clipart, scanned drawings, and original images created using a software program
A single category of data to be included in a database (viewed as a column in a table) is called a __________.
a. record
b. field
c. table
b. field
table
collection of related records
Software programs that are distributed on the honor system
and can be legally and ethically shared with others to try out
the software are referred to as _________.
a. shareware programs
b. commercial software
c. public domain software
a. shareware
T/F: Changing the font size in a document is an example of a formatting operation.
true
Changing the font face or size of text in a document is an example of which word processing feature?
a. page orientation
b. paragraph formatting
c. character formatting
c. character formatting
word processing
uses a computer and word processing software to create, edit, save, and print written documents.
freeware
copyrighted software given away by the author to use free of charge.
database software
aka database management system (DBMS) allows the creation and manipulation of an electronic database
software suite
a collection of software programs bundled together and sold as a single software package. Eg. Microsoft office.
A group of related software programs sold together as one
unit is called a(n) __________.
software suite
Database
A collection of related data that is stored in a manner enabling information to be retrieved as needed.
word wrap
automatically returns the insertion point to the next line when the end of the screen line is reached.
T/F: In a word processing document, the Enter key is always pressed at the end of each screen line to move down to the next line.
false
editing
changing the contents of a document, such as inserting or deleting words.