Applications Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is a vertical application?

A personal productivity tool

An application that operates across different computers

An application for various users

An application designed for a limited purpose (correct)

What defines a horizontal application?

It is only available for personal use

It is a type of operating system

It meets the needs of many users (correct)

It is specific to one industry

What is a personal productivity program?

A horizontal application used to help people work more effectively.

Multitasking means working with only one application at a time.

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What are beta versions?

Working copies of programs from early in the development of an application. Signup and view all the answers

What is copyright?

A physical device or software tool that keeps users from making unauthorized copies of the software. Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to troubleshoot?

To correct a problem with a piece of hardware or a software program. Signup and view all the answers

What is documentation in software?

Instructions on how to install a program, use the application, and troubleshoot any programs. Signup and view all the answers

What is a version in software?

A release of a software program, usually identified by a unique number to distinguish it from previous releases. Signup and view all the answers

What is a maintenance release?

A minor revision to correct errors or add minor features to a software program. Signup and view all the answers

What is a site license?

A license that allows a group to install software on a specific number of computers for internal use only. Signup and view all the answers

What is an application workspace?

The large area of a program's window that displays the document in use. Signup and view all the answers

What is a toolbar?

A row of icons that represent the program's most commonly used commands. Signup and view all the answers

What is a command button?

An icon on a toolbar or Ribbon that tells the computer to perform an action when the icon is clicked. Signup and view all the answers

What does a menu do?

Gives you access to the program's commands. Signup and view all the answers

What is print layout view?

The view of a word-processing document that shows how the document will appear when printed. Signup and view all the answers

What does zoom do in software?

To focus on a part of a document. Signup and view all the answers

What is a status bar?

The area below the application workspace that shows information about the program or document. Signup and view all the answers

What is a default setting in software?

The preset options in a program. Signup and view all the answers

What is a preference in software?

A choice for the way a program will operate. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Application Software Types

Vertical Application: Designed for a specific purpose within a particular field or business.
Horizontal Application: Designed to fulfill the needs of a broad range of users across different industries.

Productivity and Usage

Personal Productivity Program: A horizontal application aimed at helping individuals work more efficiently.
Multitasking: The ability to operate multiple applications concurrently on a computer.

Software Development and Licensing

Beta Versions: Early working copies of software programs released for testing and feedback.
Copyright: A protection mechanism that prevents unauthorized duplication of software.
Site License: Permits a group to install software on a defined number of computers for internal purposes.

Troubleshooting and Documentation

Troubleshooting: The process of diagnosing and fixing issues in hardware or software systems.
Documentation: Instructions provided for software installation, usage, and troubleshooting.

Software Versions and Updates

Version: A distinct release of a software application, marked by a unique version number.
Maintenance Release: A slight update aimed at correcting issues or introducing minor features.

Application Interface Components

Application Workspace: The main area of the program's window where the active document is displayed.
Toolbar: A collection of icons that provide quick access to commonly used functions within the program.
Command Button: Icons on toolbars or Ribbons that trigger actions when clicked.
Menu: A component that offers access to various commands and features of the program.

Viewing and Display Options

Print Layout View: The mode in word-processing applications showing how a document will look when printed.
Zoom: A feature that allows users to focus on specific sections of a document.
Status Bar: The area located beneath the application workspace displaying relevant information about the program or document.

User Preferences

Default: Preconfigured settings within a program that dictate its basic operations.
Preference: Customized settings that influence how a software application functions based on user choice.

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Test your knowledge of different types of application software with these flashcards. Learn about vertical and horizontal applications, as well as personal productivity programs. Perfect for students and professionals looking to improve their understanding of software applications.