Transcript Multimedia Software

Business Computer Technology
A. Computer Basics
1.00 Examine the role of hardware and software.
Objectives
1.03
Explain the advantages and uses of operating system and
application software
SYSTEMS SOFTWARE
Essential Questions (EQ)
• What is systems software?
• What is an operating system (OS)?
• What are examples of operating
systems?
• What are utility programs?
• What are examples of utility
programs?
Systems Software
• Includes Operating Software and
Utility Software which control the
operation of the computer
–Enables all components of the
computer system to communicate
–A group of programs that
coordinate and control the
resources and operations of a
computer system
Types of Systems Software
• Operating Systems (OS)
–provides an interface between the
user or application program and
the computer hardware
–Examples
•Win 95/98/2000/XP/Vista
•Mac System 6/7
Types of Systems Software
• Utility software
– helps you perform housekeeping
chores
– completes specialized tasks related to
managing the computer’s resources,
files, and so forth
– Examples
• disk formatting utility- used to format a disk
• file management utility- used to copy a file from
the hard drive to a flash drive
• backup utility- used to back up your hard drive
Systems Software
• controls the operation of the
computer
• Includes Operating System Software
and Utility Software
•Operating System Software
– Boots up (starts up) the computer
– Examples
• Win 95/98/2000/XP/Vista
• Mac System 6/7
• Utility Software
– Helps you perform housekeeping chores
– Examples
• disk formatting
• file management (copy a file from
one device to another)
• Backup (copy your hard drive)
• Virus Protection Software (Anti-virus
software)
Can You Answer These
Essential Questions?
• What is systems software?
• What is an operating system (OS)?
• What are examples of operating
systems?
• What are utility programs?
• What are examples of utility
programs?
APPLICATIONS SOFTWARE
Essential Questions (EQ)
• What is applications software?
• What are examples of
applications software?
• What are the uses for each type
of applications software?
Applications Software
• Programs that work with the OS
software to help you use your
computer to do specific types of
work.
• Often referred to as productivity
software
Categories of
Applications Software
• Business
• Communications
• Graphics and Multimedia
• Education and Reference
• Entertainment and Leisure
• Integrated Programs
Types of Business Software
• Word Processing Software
–program that allows you to create,
edit, and print text documents
• Report, memo, letter
Types of Business Software
• Spreadsheet Software
–program that allows you to
perform mathematical functions
and create charts and graphs
• Grade book, financial info
Types of Business Software
• Database Software
–program that allows you to set up
electronic filing systems
• Address book, card catalog
Types of Business Software
• Multimedia Software
–program that combines text,
graphics, animation, video and
audio to create presentations
• Presentations
Types of Business Software
• Desktop Publishing Software
–program that allows you to create
type-set quality documents
• Cards, banners, calendars
Integrated Software
• Combines several software
applications into one program.
– Includes
• Work processing
• Spreadsheet
• Database
• Communication
• Multimedia
• Examples of Integrated Software:
–MS Works
–MS OFFICE
–Lotus SmartSuite
Applications Software
• Programs that allow the user to
perform a specific task
• Examples
• Word Processing (WORD)
–report, memo, letter
• Desktop Publishing (PUBLISHER)
–cards, calendars, banners, flyers
• Spreadsheet (EXCEL)
–Work with numbers
–grade book, payroll (paychecks for
workers), budgets, financial information
–Create charts and graphs
• Database (ACCESS)
–Organize data
–address book, AR, card catalog, music
libraries for MP3 players
• Multimedia (POWERPOINT)
–presentations
– Educational and Reference Software
• electronic encyclopedia
• AR
– Entertainment and Leisure Software
• games
• Simulations
– Integrated Software
• MS Office, MS Works
Can You Answer These
Essential Questions?
• What is applications software?
• What are examples of
applications software?
• What are the uses for each type
of application software?
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