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Unit 4: softwares and shit Flashcards

1
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What is the application software

A

the programs that do the work that the user are directly interested in

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what does the availability of software depend on?

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how its licensed or copyrighted by creators or owners

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how can software be obtained? in which forms?

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custom software

packaged software

public-domain software

freeware

shareware

rental ware

web application (web app)

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4
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custom sfotware

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tailored-made software

crafted by individual or team of programmers

has particular function or business purpose

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packaged software

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copyrighted and mass produced software

offered to variety of users in stores or on the web

users must get license to have it

sign contract agreeing not to duplicate and sell it

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public-domain software

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not protected by copyright

may be duplicated by anyone

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freeware

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copyrighted software distributed free of charge

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shareware

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copyrighted software distributed for free trial period

to continue using, users must pay developer

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rental ware

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online software

users pay for lease

users download it whenever they want

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Web application (web app)

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software running on remote internet server

not on personal computer

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types of software licenses

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site licence

concurrent-user license

multiple-user license

single-user license

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12
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site licenses

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allow software to be used on all computers at a specific location

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concurrent-user licenses

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allow a number of copies to be used at one time

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multiple-user licenses

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specifies the number of people who can use the software

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single-user licenses

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limits software to one user at a time

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pirated software

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software obtained illegally in violation of copyright

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abandonware

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software no longer being sold or supported by publisher

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18
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types of application software

A

entertainment

personal

education

productivity

specialized uses

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19
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productivity software

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make user more productive at particular tasks:

word-processes
spreadsheets
database managers

may be bundled in office suite

20
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data files

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contains data such as words, numbers, pictures, sound, etc

21
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program files

A

contain software instructions that execute or run when program is opened

source program files

executable files

22
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source program files

A

contain high level computer instructions in the original form written by programmer

23
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executable files

A

source program file turn into executable file for computer processsing

instruction on how to perform a task

use executable file by running it

24
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importing files

A

getting data from another source

converting data into a format compatible to the one we are working with

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exporting files

A

turning data into another format to be used in another program

transmitting data

26
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data compression

A

removing repetitive elements from data file to have more storage

data can be transmitted faster

later decompress it once more

27
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spreadsheets

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used to create tables and financial schedules

enter data into rows and columns on screen

Microsoft excel, Corel Quattro Pro, Apple I-work numbers, etc

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important stuff for spreadsheets

A

cells

cell address

rance

values

labels: descriptive text

cell pointer

29
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formulas in spreadsheets

A

defines how one sell relates to another mathematically

30
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functions in spreadsheets

A

built in formulas, such as SUM()

31
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what if analysis

A

allows users to see what happens to totals when one or more number changes in cells

32
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analytical graphics

A

worksheet and workbook data can be displayed in graphical form

33
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examples of analytical graphs in spreadsheets

A

column charts

bar charts

line graphs

pie charts

scatter charts

34
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what is a database

A

collection of data organized so that contents can easily be accessed, managed and updated

Structured collection of interrelated files in a computer system

35
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what does the database software do

A

sets up and controls the structure of a database and access to data

36
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Principal microcomputer databases

A

Microsoft Access,

FileMaker Pro

37
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benefits of databases

A

Data redundancy is minimized

Data is integrated and stored in a structured fashion

Data in databases has more integrity

Data may include text, numbers, and graphics

38
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what is the relational database

A

main type of microcomputer database program

Data organized into related tables

Each table contains rows (records) & columns (fields)

Key is field used to sort data
Most frequent key field is social security number
Tables with the same key field are linked together

Querying and displaying records
Database software offers a quick way to locate records

Saving, Formatting, Printing, Copying, Transmitting
Can save results, format them in different ways, print as
reports, copy to other documents, & transmit as email

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software suite

A

Collection of individual programs bundled together in a single package

Most popular are productivity suites

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productivity suites

A

professional-level application programs frequently used in business

usually word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation program

Best-known productivity suite is Microsoft Office.
Others are Apple iWork, Corel WordPerfect Office, Lotus
SmartSuite, and StarOffice

41
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integrated package

A

Single program for microcomputers

combines the functionality of word processing, spreadsheet, and database management

42
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personal information manager

A

Software that helps you keep track of and manage information used on a daily basis

43
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presentation graphics software

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Uses graphics, animation, sound, data, and information to make visual presentations

like powerpoint and shit

44
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financial software

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personal-finance managers

entry-level accounting programs

business financial-management packages

Track income & expenses

Allow checkbook management

Do financial reporting

Offer tax categories to assist with tax record-keeping

May offer financial planning & portfolio management

Tax, accounting, invest

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desktop publishing

A

Involves mixing text & graphics to produce high-quality output for commercial printing

becoming a DTP pro requires training

46
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Computer aided design (CAD)

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Programs intended for 2D and 3D design of products, structures, civil engineering drawings, and maps

CAD programs help design buildings, cars, planes, electronic devices, roadways, bridges, subdivisions

CAD/CAM programs: allow CAD programs to be input into computer-aided manufacturing systems that make products

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