UNIT 5: Technologies Software and Applications Flashcards
______ are software programs installed directly onto computers or laptops, providing a range of functions that make daily tasks easier, faster, and more productive.
Desktop applications
______ is a word processing software that allows users to create, format, and edit text documents. It is used for writing reports, essays, letters, brochures, and more.
Features: Formatting Tools, Collaboration, Templates, Integration
Microsoft Word
______ is a spreadsheet application designed for data organization, analysis, and visualization. It is widely used for managing financial records, statistical analysis, and large datasets.
Features: Formulas and Functions, Pivot Tables, Charts and Graphs, Data Filtering &
Sorting
Excel
______ is presentation software that allows users to create slide-based presentations to share information visually.
Features: Templates & Themes, Animations & Transitions, Multimedia Integration,
Collaboration Tools
PowerPoint
______ is an email client and personal information manager that includes features like email, calendar, task management, and contact lists.
Features: Email Management, Calendar Integration, Task Management, Contact Management
Outlook
______ is a note-taking application that allows users to organize notes,
sketches, and multimedia content in one place.
Features: Multimedia Notes, Collaboration, Organization, Integration with other
Microsoft Apps
OneNote
______ is a database management application used to store, manage, and analyze large amounts of data.
Features: Database Creation, Data
Import/Export, Query Tools, Reporting
Access
______ is a communication and collaboration platform that includes chat, video conferencing, and file sharing.
Features: Chat & Messaging, Video
Conferencing, File Sharing &
Integration, Integration with other office apps
Teams
______ is a desktop publishing application used to create professional-quality publications like brochures, flyers, newsletters, and posters.
Features: Templates, Drag-and-Drop Interface, Design Tools, High-Quality Printing
Publisher
______ is one of the most recognized and widely-used desktop applications in the field of graphic design, image editing, and digital art. It has become synonymous with photo editing due to its comprehensive set of tools that allow users to enhance images, create digital art, and manipulate visuals with a high degree of precision and control.
Adobe Photoshop
______ is a versatile multimedia player that supports almost all video and audio formats. It allows users to play high-quality videos without the need for special codecs or plugins. For instance, it can play movies, music, and even online streaming, making it an essential tool for entertainment.
VLC
______ are designed for portable devices like smartphones and tablets, offering convenience and accessibility to perform tasks on the go. They are crucial for staying connected and managing tasks in real time.
Mobile applications
Example of Mobile Applications:
Social Media Applications
Communication Applications
Productivity Applications
Social Media Applications
Platforms like ______ and ______ enable users to engage with content through likes, shares, comments, and reactions (e.g., hearts, emojis).
Instagram, Facebook
Communication Applications
Apps like ______ and ______, are integral to both personal and professional communication.
WhatsApp, Zoom
Productivity Applications
Apps like ______ help users manage their schedules efficiently, while ______ assists in note-taking and organizing information.
Google Calendar, Evernote
The relevance of these applications can be categorized into several key areas:
• Efficiency
• Communication
• Entertainment
• Banking and Shopping
______ is essential for safeguarding your devices against harmful malware, which can damage your systems and compromise personal data.
By scanning files, monitoring system activity, and checking for known malware signatures, this software plays a crucial role in keeping your devices secure.
Antivirus software
How Antivirus Software works?
• ______: Constantly monitors your system for suspicious activities, stopping threats as they arise.
• ______: Conducts routine checks of your device’s files and software to detect known viruses or anomalies.
• ______: Compares files to a database of known malware signatures, ensuring that new and old threats are recognized.
• ______: Identifies suspicious patterns or behaviors, even if the malware is new and doesn’t match known signatures.
• ______: Isolates potentially harmful files and safely removes them from your system.
Real-time Protection
Regular Scans
Signature Detection
Heuristic Analysis
Quarantine and Removal
Why Antivirus Software is Important
• ______: Detects and removes malicious software like viruses, worms, and ransomware that can steal your personal data or damage your device.
• ______: Protects sensitive information such as login credentials, banking details, and personal files from being accessed by cybercriminals.
• ______: Antivirus software
blocks harmful downloads or suspicious email attachments that could corrupt your system.
Protection from Malware
Preventing Identity Theft
Avoiding System Corruption
A ______ is a security tool that monitors incoming and outgoing network traffic. It acts as a barrier, deciding what traffic is allowed or blocked based on pre-defined security rules.
Firewall
Firewalls can be classified into two types:
• Software Firewalls
• Hardware Firewalls
Firewalls can be classified into two types:
______: These are installed directly on individual devices (e.g., Windows Firewall), monitoring and blocking unauthorized traffic to or from the device.
For instance, these firewalls might alert a user if an application is trying to access the internet without permission.
Software Firewalls
Firewalls can be classified into two types:
______: These are external devices that sit between your network and the internet, providing protection for an entire network.
For example, routers with built-in firewalls can protect all the devices connected to a home or business network from external threats.
Hardware Firewalls
