14 Questions
What is application software?
End user software used to accomplish tasks
Which categories does application software fall into?
Specialized Applications
Competent end users need to understand the capabilities of basic application software like word processors, spreadsheets, presentation programs, and database management systems.
Capabilities
What are some common features in Microsoft's Ribbon GUI?
Tabs, Groups, Contextual tabs, Galleries
Which of the following are general purpose applications? (Select all that apply)
Presentation graphics
Spreadsheets are programs that organize, analyze, and graph ______________ data.
numeric
Match the following image editing programs with their names:
Adobe InDesign = Page Layout Programs Adobe Photoshop = Photo Editors Corel Paint shop Pro = Photo Editors GIMP (GNU Manipulation Program) = Photo Editors
Web authoring programs are used for editing digital photographs.
False
Explain the difference between general-purpose and specialized applications.
General-purpose applications are designed to perform various tasks, while specialized applications are tailored for specific functions.
What are the common features of application programs with traditional and ribbon graphical user interfaces?
Common features of application programs include functionalities like editing, formatting, and saving files. Traditional interfaces have a menu bar, while ribbon interfaces have tabs with commands organized by functionality.
Discuss general-purpose applications mentioned in the text.
General-purpose applications include word processors, spreadsheets, database management systems, and presentation graphics software.
Discuss specialized applications mentioned in the text.
Specialized applications include graphics programs, web authoring programs, and other professional specialized applications.
Describe mobile apps according to the text.
Mobile apps refer to software applications designed for mobile devices. They can be obtained from app stores and tailored for various functions.
What are software suites mentioned in the text?
Software suites include office suites, cloud suites, specialized suites, and utility suites.
Study Notes
Application Software
- Application software is end-user software used to accomplish a variety of tasks
- Three categories of application software:
- General-purpose applications
- Specialized applications
- Mobile apps
User Interface
- Graphical User Interface (GUI) features:
- Icons
- Pointer
- Windows
- Menus
- Toolbars
- Buttons
- Dialog boxes
General-Purpose Applications
- Includes:
- Word processors
- Spreadsheets
- Presentation graphics
- Database management systems
Word Processors
- Used to create text-based documents
- Examples: Microsoft Word, Corel WordPerfect, Apple Pages, OpenOffice Writer, Google Docs
Spreadsheets
- Programs that organize, analyze, and graph numeric data
- Examples: Microsoft Excel, Apple Numbers, OpenOffice Calc
Presentation Graphics
- Programs that combine visual objects to create visually interesting presentations
- Examples: Microsoft PowerPoint, OpenOffice Impress, Apple Keynote
Database Management Systems (DBMS)
- A collection of related data
- Electronic equivalent of a file cabinet
- Examples: Microsoft Access, OpenOffice Base
Specialized Applications
- Programs that are more narrowly focused on specific disciplines and occupations
- Includes:
- Graphics programs
- Web authoring programs
Graphics
- Widely used in graphic arts
- Includes:
- Desktop Publishing Programs
- Image Editing Programs
- Illustration Programs
- Image Galleries
Desktop Publishing Programs
- Also known as Page Layout Programs
- Mix text and graphics to create brochures, newsletters, newspapers, and textbooks
- Examples: Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Publisher, QuarkXPress
Image Editors
- Also known as Photo Editors
- Editing or modifying digital photographs
- Examples: Adobe Photoshop, Corel Paint shop Pro, GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program), Windows Live Photo Gallery
Illustration Programs
- Drawing programs
- Create and edit vector images
- Examples: Adobe Illustrator, CorelDraw, Inkscape
Image Galleries
- Libraries of electronic images
- Used for a variety of applications
- Provides visual interest
- Two types: Stock photographs and Clip art
Web Authoring Programs
- Web authoring is the creation of a site
- Includes:
- Design
- Document file displaying website’s content
- Blog (online diary/commentaries)
- Graphical site map (overall site design)
- Multimedia Elements (animations, Flash)
- WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) Page/HTML Editors
Mobile Apps
- Mobile applications
- Add-on programs for smartphones or tablets
- Examples: Music, videos, social networking, QR codes
- App Stores:
- Apple’s App Store
- Google Play
- Windows Phone Marketplace
Software Suites
- Collection of separate application programs
- Bundled together and sold as a group
- Examples:
- Office suites or office software suites: Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, OpenOffice
- Cloud suites or online office suites: Google Docs, Zoho, Microsoft Web Apps
- Specialized suites: Corel Draw Graphics Suite X6, Moneyfree Software TOTAL Planning Suite
- Utility suites: Norton Systems Works, Norton Internet Security suite
This quiz covers the basics of application software, including general-purpose applications, word processors, spreadsheets, presentation programs, and database management systems.
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