Applications Generation (OCR A-Level Computer Science): Flashcards

Programs designed to help users perform specific tasks

Apps with broad uses, applicable across various fields

Apps designed for specific tasks or industries

Creating, formatting, and editing text-based documents

Organising, analysing data; calculations & visualisation

Create, manage, manipulate databases; store & retrieve data

Create, edit, and enhance digital images and graphics

Access and interact with information on the internet

Creating visual presentations with slideshows

Spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel)

Database Management System (e.g., MySQL)

Word processor (e.g., Microsoft Word, Google Docs)

Limited data analysis capabilities

Requires technical knowledge; complex to set up

Application is for end-user tasks, system manages hardware