Module 2 unit 2 Q&A

What is the difference between freeware and open source software?

Open source means that the programming code used to design the software is also made available. Freeware means the software product costs nothing to use

Following installation of an application, another program on your computer has stopped working. What could you do to try to fix it?

Try using the Repair option in Program and Features (if available) or re-installing the program.

Following installation of a program written for an older version of Windows,you receive an alert that it might not have installed correctly. What feature would you use to make the program run correctly?

Use the program's compatibility tab to use settings for the older Windows version.

Windows comes with web server software but it is not enabled by default.How would you install this software?

Use the turn Windows on or off dialog from Programs and Features.

In order to obtain support, the software vendor wants to know the application's productID. How would you locate this information?

Usually via the Help > About menu

Why would Windows prompt you to enter a password if you try to install a software application?

Installing an application requires administrator privileges and is an action protected by User Account Control.

What type of software manages tasks, dependencies,and timelines?

Project management software

What type of software would you use to configure a server by connecting toit over the network?

Remote office desktop

What compatibility information should you confirm before installing a software application?

That it works with the version of Windows that you have and that your computer meets the system (hardware) requirements.

Why might one of your first tasks on receiving a new computer be to remove software applications?

The computer might be bundled with software that you do not want.