Types of Computer Software Computer Basics Standard 1: Objective 2 Types of Computer Software

Types of Software

Two Types of Software Systems Software – Programs dedicated to managing the computer itself, including the operating system, management utilities and disk operating system (DOS) Application Software – program or group of programs designed for end users for a specific purpose.

What is Software? Software Video Software – The programs and other operating information used by a computer Program – Collection of instructions that performs a specific task. Software Video

System Software

What is an Operating System? Master controller for all activities that take place within a computer; primary purpose is to help the computer system monitor itself in order to function efficiently. Interacts with application software, device drivers, and hardware to manage a computer’s resources. Ensures that input and output proceed in an orderly manner.

Pixels & Resolution Resolution – The density of the grid used to print text and graphics: the greater the horizontal and vertical density, the higher resolution Pixels – A picture element on a computer screen or printout. Groups of pixels compose the images.

Application Software

Word Processing Word Processing: The composition, editing, and formatting of written material Common Word Processing Programs Microsoft Word Open Office Microsoft Works Word Pad Wordperfect Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Spreadsheets Spreadsheets: Programs that have efficient and accurate methods of working with numbers. Perform a wide variety of simple and complex calculations and offer charting and graphing capabilities. Common Spreadsheet Programs Microsoft Excel Quatro Pro Open Office Google Spreadsheets Smartsheet Lotus Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Presentation Software Presentations: Software used to create a sequence of text and graphics, and often audio and video, to accompany a speech or public presentation. Common Presentation Programs Microsoft Power Point Open Office Apple Keynote Prezi Ahead Slideful Kizoa Animoto Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Database Database: Organized collection of data. Organized into relevant aspects in a way that supports processes requiring this information. Common Database Programs Microsoft Access SQL Server Filemaker Pro Alpha Five Paradox Lotus Approach Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Desktop Publishing Desktop Publishing: Organized collection of data. Organized into relevant aspects in a way that supports processes requiring this information. Common Desktop Publishing Programs Microsoft Publisher Adobe InDesign Print Shop Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Image Editing Software Image Editing Software: a program that enables a person to manipulate visual images on a computer. Raster Graphics Vector Graphics Common Image Editing Programs Adobe Photoshop (raster) Illustrator (vector) Gimp Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Video Editing Software Video Editing Software: software which handled the post-production video editing of digital video sequences on a computer non- linear editing system. Common Video Editing Programs Adobe Premiere Adobe After Effects Camtasia Corel Video Studio iMovie Nero Roxio Pinnacle VideoPad Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Quiz Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Question 1: I want to write my family history—the stories of their survival, and write several chapters. I should use: Spreadsheet Word Processor Desktop Publisher Video Editing Program Answer Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Question 2: I want to create a book about my ancestors that shows their images but also tells their stories. I should use: Answer Word Processor Desktop Publisher Presentations Image Editing Software Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Question 3: I want to keep track of all my ancestors dating back as far as I can go. It will incorporate thousands of names, birth dates, death dates, family members, etc. I should use: Answer Video Editing Software Database Spreadsheet Word Processor Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Question 4: I want to fix images of my ancestors—repair tears and spots on the paper and remove the yellowing. Answer Video Editing Software Presentations Spreadsheet Image Editing Software Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Question 5: I want to create a logo for my company. It will be original artwork that can be resized very small or very large Answer Image Editing Software Word Processing Desktop Publishing Video Editing Software Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1

Question 6: I want to keep track finances for my company. How much the product costs, how much to sell, and what my profit is Answer Database Word Processing Spreadsheets Video Editing Software Megan Rees ERMS 12/13 Part 1