Application & System Software

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Database

A collection of data organized in a manner that allows access, retrieval, and use of that data

Clip Art

A collection of electronic drawings, photos, and other images

Web application (Web app)

Is a Web site that allows users to access and interact with software from any computer or device that is connected to the Internet.

A stand-alone operating system

Is a complete operating system that works on a desktop computer, notebook computer, or mobile computing device.

An operating system (OS)

Is a set of programs containing instructions that work together to coordinate all the activities among computer hardware resources.

What some examples of Graphics and Multimedia Software?

Professional photo editing software Video and audio editing software Multimedia authoring software Computer-aided design (CAD) software Desktop publishing software Paint/Image editing software

System software

Software that serves as the interface between the user, the application software, and the computer's hardware,( ex: Utility programs, Operating Systems)

Application Software

Programs designed to make users more productive and/or assist with personal tasks

What are three types of Operating Systems?

Stand-Alone Server Embedded

Cold boot

Turning on a computer that has been powered off completely

What does a network administrator uses the server operating system for?

Add and remove users, computers, and other devices Install software and administer network security

Business Software

An application software that assists people while performing business activities

What is the process of starting or restarting a computer is called?

Booting

What are the Four Categories of Application Software?

Business Graphic and Multimedia Home/Personal/Education Communications

What are two types of Computer Booting?

Cold Boot & Warm Boot

A server operating system

Organizes and coordinates how multiple users access and share resources on a network

What are some examples of Software for Home, Personal, and Educational Use?

Personal finance software Legal software Tax preparation software Personal DTP software Personal paint/image editing software Personal photo editing software Clip art/image gallery Video and audio editing software Home design/landscaping software

What are some activities controlled by Operating Systems?

Provide a user interface Manage programs Manage memory Coordinate tasks Configure devices Establish an Internet connection Monitor performance Provide utilities Automatically update Control a network Administer security

An embedded operating system

Resides on a ROM chip on a mobile device or consumer electronic device

Presentation software

Software that allows users to create visual aids for presentations to communicate ideas, messages, and other information to a group.

Database software

Software that allows users to create, access, and manage a database.

Sleep mode - shut down option

Saves any open documents and programs to RAM, turns off all unneeded functions, and then places the computer in a low-power state

Hibernate - shut down option

Saves any open documents and programs to a hard disk before removing power from the computer

Word processing

Software that allows users to create and manipulate documents.

Operating System Function

The process of starting or restarting a computer is called booting

What are some examples of Server Operating Systems?

Unix, Solaris, Unix, and NetWare

Warm boot

Using the operating system to restart a computer


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