Chapter03_L5_AppSware
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Application software includes programs for business, graphics and multimedia, home use, communications, and utilities. It is distributed as packaged software, custom software, open source software, shareware, or freeware. Users can start programs from the Start menu or desktop and interact with windows, dialog boxes, and functions. Popular business software includes word processors, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. Graphics software includes CAD, desktop publishing, photo editing, and multimedia authoring programs. Educational, personal, and home software covers communication, web browsing, note-taking and more. Web applications provide similar functions over the internet, while utilities optimize systems. Learning resources include online help, books, and web-based training.
Chapter03_L5_AppSware
- 2. Objectives Identify the categories of application software Explain ways software is distributed Explain how to work with application software Identify the key features of widely used business programs Identify the key features of widely used graphics and multimedia programs Identify the key features of widely used home, personal, and educational programs Identify the types of application software used in communications Discuss the advantages of using application software on the Web Describe the learning aids available for application software Describe the function of several stand-alone utility programs
- 3. Application Software Application software include… Programs designed to make users more productive
- 4. Application Software Software is distributed as… Packaged software , mass-produced Custom software , performs functions specific to a business or industry Open source software, provided for use, modification, and redistribution Shareware , distributed free for trial period Freeware , copyrighted software provided at no cost Public-domain software , freeware with no copyright restrictions
- 5. Application Software S ystem software includes… Programs that control the operations of the computer Serves as the interface between the user, the application software, and the computer’s hardware
- 6. Application Software Starting an application… Start button All Programs Application From the desktop , click the Start button , point to All Programs, and click the name of the application The program’s instructions load into memory
- 7. Application Software A window is… Menu Bar A rectangular area of the screen that displays a program, data, and/or information
- 8. Application Software A dialog box is… A special window that provides information, presents available options, or requests a response
- 9. Business Software Business software includes… Software that assists people in becoming more effective and efficient
- 10. Business Software Word processing software … Allows users to create and manipulate text and graphics Clip art is a collection of graphics that you can insert in documents
- 11. Business Software What are popular word processing features? AutoFormat AutoCorrect Collaboration Columns Macros Ink Input Grammar Checker Mail Merge Research Reading Layout Smart Tags Thesaurus Templates Tables Voice Recognition Tracking Changes Web Page Development
- 12. Business Software A font is… A name assigned to a specific design of characters Font size indicates the size of the characters in a particular font in points (a single point is about 1/72 of an inch in height) Font style adds emphasis to a font such as bold, italic, and underline
- 13. Business Software = SUM (C12:Y12) = A1+B2 (*C12) = D1+E2 (*F12) Spreadsheet software … Organizes data Performs calculations and recalculates when data changes
- 14. Business Software How is a spreadsheet organised? Columns identified by letters Rows identified by numbers A cell is the intersection of a column and row
- 15. Business Software A function is… A predefined formula that performs common calculations =C4+C5+C6+C7+C8 =SUM(C4:C8)
- 16. Business Software C harting … Allows you to display spreadsheet data in graphical form
- 17. Business Software Database software … Allows you to create and manage data Add, change, delete, sort, and retrieve data
- 18. Business Software What are the parts of a database ? A table contains records A record is a row in a table that contains information about a given person, product, or event A field is a column in a table that contains a specific piece of information within a record
- 19. Business Software How do you extract information from a database? Can be sent as a report to the printer Run queries to retrieve data
- 20. Business Software Presentation graphics software is… Used to create visual aids for presentations A presentation is sometimes called a slide show
- 21. Business Software Note taking software … Enables users to enter typed text, handwritten comments, drawings, or sketches anywhere on the page Notes are organized like a notebook
- 22. Business Software Personal Information Manager software includes… a calendar, address book and the ability to synchronization with desktop computers Most PDAs and many smart phones include PIM functionality
- 23. Business Software A software suite is… A collection of individual programs sold as a single package Two major advantages: lower cost ease of use
- 24. Business Software Project management software … Allows you to plan, schedule, track, and analyze the events, resources, and costs of a project
- 25. Business Software Accounting software … Helps companies record and report their financial transactions
- 26. Business Software What is enterprise computing software? Marketing Sales Distribution Customer Service IT Large organisations require special computing solutions Each functional unit has specialised software requirements Human Resources Accounting Engineering Manufacturing
- 27. Graphics and Multimedia Software What are some popular graphics and multimedia software products?
- 28. Graphics and Multimedia Software Computer-aided design (CAD) is… Sophisticated application software that allows you to create engineering, architectural, and scientific designs
- 29. Graphics and Multimedia Software Desktop publishing software … Enables you to design and produce sophisticated documents that contain text, graphics, and many colors
- 30. Graphics and Multimedia Software Paint/image editing software is… Used to create and modify graphical images Sometimes called illustration software
- 31. Graphics and Multimedia Software Video and audio editing software : Video editing software allows you to modify a segment of a video, called a clip Audio editing software allows you to modify audio clips
- 32. Graphics and Multimedia Software Multimedia authoring software … Allows you to combine text, graphics, audio, video, and animation into an interactive presentation
- 33. Graphics and Multimedia Software animation graphical images audio video organize manage maintain Web pages and/or Web sites Allows users of all skill levels to create Web pages Some application software programs include Web page authoring programs Web page authoring software …
- 34. Software for Home, Personal, and Educational Use What software products are available for home, personal, and educational use?
- 35. Application Software for Communications The following software facilitate communication… Instant messaging Newsgroups FTP Video conferencing Chat rooms Web browsers E-mail
- 36. Popular Stand-Alone Utility Programs Widely used stand-alone utility programs include… Antivirus Program Spyware Remover Internet Filters File Compression File Conversion CD/DVD Burning PC Maintenance
- 37. Application Software on the Web A Web application is… A software application that exists on a Web site, such as maps and directions Some Web applications store your data and information at their site Some are free
- 38. Applications on the Web An application service provider (ASP) is… Third-party organization that manages and distributes software and services on the Web Allows companies to outsource information technology (IT) needs
- 39. Learning Aids and Support Tools for Application Software Online Help is… Electronic equivalent of a user manual Context-sensitive help
- 40. Learning Aids and Support Tools for Application Software Web-based Help is… A Web site linked from Online Help Provides updates and more resources to respond to technical issues about a program Some Web sites contain chat rooms where user can talk directly with a technical support person
- 41. Learning Aids and Support Tools Within an Application How can I learn more about a software package? Books Web School
- 42. Learning Aids and Support Tools Within an Application Web-based training (WBT) is… Self-directed, self-paced instruction on a topic on the Web Distance learning (DL) is the delivery of education at one location while the learning takes place at other locations
- 43. Summary of Application Software Application software Business software Graphics and multimedia software Software for home, personal, and educational use Software for communications Applications on the Web Learning aids and support tools within an application Stand-alone utility programs