plat form tech .2 Flashcards
Refers to the
rapid societal and industrial changes due to
computers
Dramatic Transformation:
Notable eras
include the 1960s proliferation of computers,
1980s personal computing, and the rise of
smartphones.
Four Revolutionary Periods:
types of platforms
Application Platforms: Hardware, OS, and
programs that ensure successful execution.
Cross-Platform Software: Designed to run
on multiple platforms (e.g., Windows, Mac).
Platform-Agnostic Software: Runs on any
OS and architecture.
Hardware, OS, and
programs that ensure successful execution.
Application Platforms:
Designed to run
on multiple platforms (e.g., Windows, Mac).
Cross-Platform Software:
Runs on any
OS and architecture.
Platform-Agnostic Software:
Types of Technology Platforms
Operating Systems: Manage software
applications; examples include Windows and
iOS.
Database Management Systems (DBMS):
Essential for organizing and managing data;
examples include MySQL.
Engagement Platforms: Facilitate
interaction with customers; examples include
LiveChat and Intercom.
Digital Marketplaces and On-Demand
Services: Platforms for e-commerce and
specific service offerings (e.g., ride-sharing).
Web Platforms: Offer free information;
examples include Britannica.
Video Game Software: Tailored for specific
gaming platforms.
Data Harvesting Platforms: Extract data
from various online sources; examples
include Python.
Content Distribution Platforms: Connect
content creators to touchpoint owners;
examples include Taboola.
Endpoint Security Platforms: Enhance
device security; examples include
Bitdefender.
Robotics Software Platforms: Simplify
programming for robotics devices; examples
include Microsoft Robotics Studio.
Manage software
applications; examples include Windows and
iOS.
0perating Systems:
Essential for organizing and managing data;
examples include MySQL.
Database Management Systems (DBMS):
Platforms for e-commerce and
specific service offerings (e.g., ride-sharing).
Digital Marketplaces and On-Demand
Services:
Offer free information;
examples include Britannica.
Web Platforms:
Tailored for specific
gaming platforms.
Video Game Software:
Extract data
from various online sources; examples
include Python.
Data Harvesting Platforms:
Connect
content creators to touchpoint owners;
examples include Taboola.
Content Distribution Platforms:
Enhance
device security; examples include
Bitdefender.
Endpoint Security Platforms: