Discovering Computers 2008
Chapter 3
Application
Software
Chapter 3 Objectives
Identify the categories Identify the key features of widely used
of application software home, personal, and educational programs
Identify the types of application software
Explain ways software is distributed
used in communications
Explain how to work Describe the function of several
with application software utility programs
Identify the key features of widely Discuss the advantages of using
used business programs Web-based software
Identify the key features of widely used Describe the learning aids available
graphics and multimedia programs for application software
Next
Application Software
What is application software?
Programs designed to make users more productive
and/or assist them with personal tasks
p. 134 Fig. 3-1 Next
Application Software
How is software distributed?
Packaged software, mass-produced
Custom software, performs functions specific to a
business or industry
Web-based software, hosted by a Web site
Open source software, provided for use, modification,
and redistribution
Shareware, copyrighted software that is distributed
free for trial period
Freeware, copyrighted software provided at no cost
Public-domain software, freeware with no copyright
restrictions
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Application Software
What is system software?
Serves as the interface
between the user, the
application software,
and the computer’s
hardware
p. 135 Fig. 3-2 Next
Application Software
How do you start an 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
p. 136 - 137 Fig. 3-3 Next
Application Software
What is a window?
A rectangular area of the screen that displays data and
information
p. 136 - 137 Fig. 3-3 Next
Application Software
What is a dialog box?
A window that provides information, presents
available options, or requests a response
p. 136 - 137 Fig. 3-3 Next
Business Software
What is business software?
Application software that assists people in becoming
more effective and efficient
p. 138 Fig. 3-4 Next
Business Software
What is 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
Click to view Web Link,
click Chapter 3, Click Web Link
from left navigation,
then click Word Processing
Software below Chapter 3
p. 138 – 139 Fig. 3-5 Next
Business Software
What are popular word processing features?
AutoCorrect AutoFormat Collaboration
Grammar
Columns Ink Input Macros
Checker
Reading
Mail Merge Research
Layout
Smart Tags Tables Templates Thesaurus
Tracking Voice Web Page
Changes Recognition Development
p. 140 Fig. 3-6 Next
Business Software
What is a font?
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
p. 141 Fig. 3-7 Next
Business Software
What is spreadsheet software?
Organizes data in rows and columns
Performs calculations and
recalculates when data changes
= A1+B2 (*C12) = D1+E2 (*F12)
= SUM (C12:Y12)
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Business Software
How is a spreadsheet organized?
Columns identified by letters
Rows identified by numbers
A cell is the intersection of a column and row
p. 142 - 143 Fig. 3-8 Next
Business Software
What is a function?
A predefined formula
that performs
common calculations
=B10+B11+B12+B13+B14
=SUM(B10:B14)
p. 143 Fig. 3-9 Next
Business Software
What is charting?
Allows you to display spreadsheet data in graphical form
Click to view Web Link,
click Chapter 3, Click Web Link
from left navigation,
then click Spreadsheet Software
below Chapter 3
p. 144 Fig. 3-10 Next
Business Software
What is database software?
Allows you to create,
access, and
manage data
Add, change, delete,
sort, and retrieve data
p. 145 Next
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,
object, or event
A field is a column in
a table that contains
a specific category of
data within a record
p. 145 Fig. 3-11 Next
Business Software
How do you extract information from a database?
Run queries to Can be sent as a
retrieve data report to the printer
p. 145 Next
Business Software
What is presentation graphics software?
Used to create visual aids for
presentations
A presentation is sometimes
called a slide show
Click to view Web Link,
click Chapter 3, Click Web Link
from left navigation,
then click Presentation Graphics
Software below Chapter 3
p. 146 Fig. 3-12 Next
Business Software
What is note taking software?
Enables users to enter
typed text, handwritten
comments, drawings, or
sketches anywhere on the
page
Notes are organized like a
notebook
p. 147 Fig. 3-14 Next
Business Software
What is Personal Information Manager Software?
Includes a calendar,
address book,
notepad, and
synchronization with
desktop computer
Most PDAs and many
smart phones include
PIM functionality
p. 148 Fig. 3-15 Next
Business Software
What can you do with PDA business software?
Create documents Manage databases
Create slide shows Take notes
and worksheets and lists
Manage budgets View and edit Read electronic
and finances photographs books
Compose and read Send instant
Plan travel routes Browse the Web
e-mail messages messages
p. 148 Next
Business Software
What is a software suite?
A collection of individual
programs sold as Two major advantages:
a single package
lower cost ease of use
p. 148 Next
Business Software
What is project management software?
Allows you to plan, schedule, track, and analyze
the events, resources, and costs of a project
p. 149 Fig. 3-16 Next
Business Software
What is accounting software?
Helps companies
record and report
their financial
transactions
p. 149 Fig. 3-17 Next
Business Software
What is document management software?
Provides a means
for sharing,
distributing, and
searching through
documents by
converting them
into a format that
can be viewed by
any user
Click to view Web Link,
click Chapter 3, Click Web Link
from left navigation,
then click Document
Management Software
below Chapter 3
p. 150 Fig. 3-18 Next
Business Software
What is enterprise computing software?
Large organizations require special computing
solutions
Each functional unit has specialized software
requirements
Human
Accounting Engineering Manufacturing
Resources
Customer
Marketing Sales Distribution IT
Service
p. 150 Next
Graphics and Multimedia Software
What are some
popular graphics
and multimedia
software products?
p. 151 Fig. 3-19 Next
Graphics and Multimedia Software
What is computer-aided design (CAD)?
Sophisticated application
software that allows you to
create engineering,
architectural, and scientific
designs
p. 151 Fig. 3-20 Next
Graphics and Multimedia Software
What is desktop publishing software?
Enables you to design and produce sophisticated
documents that contain text, graphics,
and many colors
p. 152 Fig. 3-21 Next
Graphics and Multimedia Software
What is paint/image editing software?
Used to create and
modify graphical
images
Sometimes called
illustration
software
p. 152 Fig. 3-22 Next
Graphics and Multimedia Software
What is professional photo editing software?
Allows users to customize digital photographs
Save images in a variety of file formats
p. 152 - 153 Fig. 3-23 Next
Graphics and Multimedia Software
What is 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
p. 153 Fig. 3-24 Next
Graphics and Multimedia Software
What is multimedia authoring software?
Allows you to combine
text, graphics, audio,
video, and animation
in an interactive
application
p. 154 Fig. 3-25 Next
Graphics and Multimedia Software
What is Web page authoring software?
Helps users of all skill levels to create Web pages
Some application software programs include Web page
authoring programs
graphical
video
images organize Web pages
manage and/or
audio animation maintain Web sites
p. 154 Next
Software for Home, Personal, and Educational Use
What software products are
available for home, personal,
and educational use?
Click to view Web Link,
click Chapter 3, Click Web Link
from left navigation, then click
Legal Software, Personal DTP
Software, Home
Design/Landscaping Software,
and Reference Software
below Chapter 3
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Software for Home, Personal, and Educational Use
Video: Your Very Own Video Game Oracle
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Application Software for Communications
What software facilitates communication?
Web Video
E-mail Chat rooms
browsers conferencing
FTP Newsgroups / Instant
Message Board messaging
Internet Blogging
Telephony
p. 161 Fig. 3-39 Next
Popular Utility Programs
What are some widely used stand-alone utility
programs?
Antivirus Personal Spyware Internet File
Program Firewall Remover Filters Manager
File Media CD/DVD PC
Backup
Click to view Compression Player Burning Maintenance
Web Link, click
Chapter 3, Click
Web Link from
left navigation, then
click Antivirus Programs below
Chapter 3
p. 162 Fig. 3-40 Next
Web-based Software
What is a Web application?
A software application that
obtains information from
the Web
Some Web applications
store your data and
information at their site
Some are free
p. 163 Figs. 3-41 Next
Web-based Software
What is an application service provider (ASP)?
Third-party organization Allows companies
that manages and to outsource
distributes software information
and services technology (IT)
on the Web needs
p. 164 Next
Learning Aids and Support Tools for Application Software
What is Online Help?
Electronic equivalent of a user manual
p. 164 - 165 Fig. 3-42a Next
Learning Aids and Support Tools for Application Software
What is Web-based Help?
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 a user
can talk directly with a
technical support person
p. 164 - 165 Fig. 3-42b Next
Learning Aids and Support Tools Within an Application
How can I learn more about a software package?
Books
Web
School
p. 165 Fig. 3-43 Next
Learning Aids and Support Tools Within an Application
What is Web-based training (WBT)?
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
Click to view Web Link,
click Chapter 3, Click Web Link
from left navigation,
then click E-Learning
below Chapter 3
p. 165 - 166 Fig. 3-44 Next
Summary of Application Software
Application software Software for communications
Business software Widely used utility programs
Graphics and multimedia software Web-based software
Software for home, personal, Learning aids and support tools
and educational use within an application
Chapter 3 Complete
