Software (Grade 11 NSC Matric Computer Application Technology): Flashcards
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Application software definition
Application software definition
Programs designed to help users complete tasks on computers
Common short names for application software
Common short names for application software
Apps or applications
Application software's role between user & computer
Application software's role between user & computer
Acts as a bridge
Five main categories of application software
Five main categories of application software
Word-processors, media players, browsers, desktop pub, email
Primary function of word-processors
Primary function of word-processors
Create, edit, and format text documents
Primary function of media players
Primary function of media players
Play audio and video content
Primary function of web browsers
Primary function of web browsers
Gateway to internet, fetch and display web pages
Primary function of desktop publishing software
Primary function of desktop publishing software
Creating visual content and multimedia materials
Primary function of email software
Primary function of email software
Electronic communication between people globally
How computing interfaces evolved
How computing interfaces evolved
From complex commands to clicking buttons/tapping icons