Unit 1 - LO2 Understanding Computer Software

Question 1

Single user

Answer 1

. Provide facilities to be used on one computer by one user
. Supports more than one profile
+ Easier to maintain and debug
- Tasks take longer to complete

Question 2

Multiuser

Answer 2

. Designed for more than one user to access the computer at the same or different times
. Linked to a nerwork so it can be accessed remotely
+ Rach user can access documents on their particular PC at the same time
- Complex to set up

Question 3

Off- the- shelf

Answer 3

. Ready made and available for sale to the general public
+ Available immediately
- May require an annual fee

Question 4

Open source

Answer 4

. Source code is made available for use or modification as and when required by users and developers
+ Continually being improved
- More difficult to find application packages to suit individual needs

Question 5

Bespoke

Answer 5

. Designed to meet the specific needs of the business
+ Will be updated based on the company
- More expensive to build