Topic 7 Flashcards
1
Q
What features do word processing and DTP software have?
A
Templates- pre set designs
Importing- data from spreadsheets
Mail merge- connected to a database
Macros- tasks programmes in software
2
Q
What are the advantages and disadvantages of word processing
A
Ad: Mail merge saves time and effort
Dis: Mail merge has lead to rise in junk email
3
Q
When presenting information what will the choice of format depend on?
A
- the nature of the complexity of information. Charts are good for trends
- time to study. Printed copies may be easier to read
- needs of recipient(audience)
- life span. Online info can be up to date, printed copies can quickly become out of date
4
Q
What are the advantages and disadvantages of DTP software
A
Ad: enables a greater degree of control of how a page will look when printed
Dis: you cannot use video and animations with DTP software
5
Q
What are the features of presentation software?
A
- Templates
- Creating a show- using timings between slides
- Animation transitions
- Importing
- Exporting
- Data compression
6
Q
What are the features of data bases?
A
Importing and exporting
Query
Report
7
Q
What are the features of web authorising?
A
- hyperlinks
- formatting
- frames
- HTML
