CS Chapter 4 – Flashcards
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software
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refers to the set of instructions that tells the computer what to do
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program
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an instruction set, provides means for us to interact with and use the computer
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application software
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the software you use to do tasks at home, school, and work
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system software
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software that helps run the computer and coordinate instructions between application software and the computers hard ware devices. Includes the operating system and utility programs
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proprietary (or commercial) software
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software you buy, as in Microsoft office applications. can download this software directly from the internet of you can buy it on DVD
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open source software
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free software that is available with few licensing and copyright restrictions; a community of users continues to make changes to the software, keeping it current without needing to wait for periodic updates
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Software as a Service
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the vendor hosts the software online and you access and use the software over the internet without having to install it on your compter
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web-based applications
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you can collaborate online with others, avoiding the coordination mess that often occurs when transferring documents via email
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productivity software
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includes programs that let you perform various tasks required at home, school, and business and includes word processing spreadsheet , presentation, database, and personal information manager programs
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software suit
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available for all types of software, cheaper than buying each program separate
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Microsoft Office
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the standard proprietary software suite for windows . A version also available for Apple computers
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Apache OpenOffice
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an open source productivity suite that provides functionality similar that of Microsoft Office. You can download the installation file youll need to run OpenOffice at openoffice.org
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Apple iWork
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a productivity suite made especially for apple computers
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docs.google.com
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includes word processing, spread sheet, and presentation functionality, as well as forms and drawing applications
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word processing software
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create and edit documents such as research papers, class notes, and resumes
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appscout.pcmag.com
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a site that provides reviews of the best software, websites, and web applications
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text
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any combination of letters, numbers, symbols and spaces. often used as labeled to identify the contents of a worksheet or chart
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values and dates
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numerical data that represents a quanitity or date/time and is often the basis for calculations
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formulas
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equations that use addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division operators, as well as values and cell references
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functions
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formulas that are preprogrammed into the spreadsheet software
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presentation software
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Microsoft powerpoint
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prezi.com
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a web based program that uses an innovative way to produce presentations, rather than using slides, uses a large canvas in which you connect ideas
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www.haikudeck.com
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this app has search tools that match your slide content to a wealth of free art to illustrate your presentations
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www.powtoon.com
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provides a library of cartoon like characters that are easily animated to give your presentations more of a "story telling" aspect rather than face delivery
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www.zoho.com
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are good open source and web based alternatives, respectively and are fairly similar to PowerPoint
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evernote.com
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lets you take notes via the web, you phones, or your computer and then sync you notes between your devices
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personal information manager (PIM) software
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help you manage email, contacts, calenders, and tasks in one place Microsoft Outlook is the most widely used
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toodledo.com
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is a free program that coordinates well with Microsoft Outlook
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omnifocus.com
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a more full-featured option for mac devices
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office.microsoft.com
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includes many tips for its office applications
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maketecheasier.com
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has tidbits for a variety of applications, including windows and mac products, apache openoffice and cell phone applications
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gcflearnfree.org
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offers free instructional tutorial on a variety of technology topics, including Microsoft office applications
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stinkbot.com
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to download, covert, and copy videos to you personal media player
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wizard
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walks you through the steps necessary to complete a complicated task; helps complete that portion of the task, often used when you install software
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template
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a predesigned form, included in many productivity applications. provide the basic structure for a particular kind of document, spreadsheet, or presentation. can include specific page layout designs, formatting and styles relevant to that particular document, and automated tasks
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macro
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small program that groups a series of commands so that they will run as a single command. best sued to automate a routine task or a complex series of commands that must be run frequently
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software piracy
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if you make more copies of the software than the license permits
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bsa.org
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has several free third-party software audit tools that help you identify and track software installed on you computer and networks
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accounting software
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helps small business owners manage their finances more efficiently by providing tools for tracking accounts receivable and accounts payable
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desktop publishing (DTP) software
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if your business requires the need for newsletters, catalogs, annual reports, or other large, complicated publications, use this
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vertical market software
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software designed for a specific industry, such as property management software for real estate professionals
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computer aided design (CAD)
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programs such as Auto desks AutoCAD to create automated designs, technical drawings, and 3-D model visualizations
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skype.com
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lets users work together through video calling and share desktops remotely with other users
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scribbler.com
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a mutiuser whiteboard with live audio chat, which is great for holding virtual brainstorm sessions
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dropbox.com / onedrive.com / drive.google.com
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online file storage systems that enable you to share files with others in addition to keeping files synced with any internet connected device
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multimedia software
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includes digital image and video editing software, digital audio software, and other specifically software required to produce computer games, applications, and movies
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flickr.com
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website specifically designed for sharing photos, organize your images, and share them publically with millions or close friends and family
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image editing software
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adobe photoshop elements, geared toward the casual photographer , includes tools for basic modifications to digital photos such as removing red-eye; modifying contrast, sharpness, and color casts, r removing scratches or rips from scanned images of old photos
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picasa.google.com
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popular application that not only lets you edit images but also helps to organize and share your digital images
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snapfish.com ; kodak.com ; shutterfly.com
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let you upload your digital images from your compute, create photo albums, and share them with friends and family
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gimpshop.com
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free download that has most of the features offered by the for-pay applications, such as photoshop and paintshop and photopro
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digital video editing software
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easy to upload videos to YouTube of facebook united, to help refine your videos
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cloud computing
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refers to sorting data, files, and applications on the web and being able to access and manipulate these files and applications from any internet connected device; eliminates the need to have everything stored on your own computer drives; access your pictures, music files, and programs from any device as long as you have access to the internet and is easier to collaborate and communicate with other and can cut down on administrative tasks for oragnaizations
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The front end
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the side that we see as users; the web browser like internet explorer, chrome, or google
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The back end
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consist of various data centers and server farms that house files and programs you access; warehouses full of computers and servers, and they are being created all over the world, providing us with cloud storage
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audacity.sourceforge.net ; sonycreativesoftware.com
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lets you perform such basic editing tasks as cutting dead air space from the beginning or end of a song or clipping a portion from the middle
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audioacrobat.com
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web based program, makes it easy to record and stream audio and video and hosts your audio files
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yoyogames.com
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a free product that lets you build a game without any programming; you drag and drop key elements of the new game creation into place
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alice.org
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free environment to check out it lets you easily create 3D animations and simple games
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lumosity.com ; brainage.com
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has a specific "workout" program for brain
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simulation programs
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allow you to experience or control the software as if it were an actual event . include commercial and military flight training, surgical instrument training, and machine operation training. Safely allow you to experience potentially dangerous situations such as flying a helicopter during high winds
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course management software
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blackboard moodle or canvas ; provide special areas for students and instructors to exchange ideas and information through chat rooms discussion forums and email
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illustration software
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lets you create or edit 2D line based drawings , you can use it to create technical diagrams or original nonphotographic drawings, animation, and illustrations using standard tools such as pens pencils and paintbrushes
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sketchup.com
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let you crate a 3D image of your dream home
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journeyed.com/ academicsuperstore.com
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offer popular software to students and reduced prices
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freeware
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copyrighted software that you can use for free
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filehippo.com/ majorgeeks.com
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sites use to see how many good freeware programs are available
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beta version
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application that is still under development
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software license
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also known as End User License Agreement (EULA); is an agreement between you, the user, and the software company. you accept this agreement before you install the software on your machine
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copyleft
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concept of redistributing modified open source software under the same terms as the original software
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full installation
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often referred to as a typical installation; copies all the most commonly used files and programs from the distribution disc to your computer hard drive
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custom installation
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you can decide which features you wan installed on your hard drive installing only the features you want saves space on your hard drive
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bloatware
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software that can slow down your computer and degrade its performance
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pcdecrapifer.com
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how you get rid of bloatware- install this. Known as a PC Decrapifier
