EVANGEL UNIVERSITY AKAEZE

COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPT.

GST 206
NURSING DEPAREMENT
LESSON 1 AND 2
MRS. C. I. AKOBUNDU
Application software (app for short) is a program or
group of programs designed for end users. User
Application program (programs written by users). They
are programs that direct the performance of a particular
use, or application, of computers to meet the information
processing needs of end users. Examples of
an application include a word processor, a spreadsheet,
an accounting application, a web browser, an email
client, a media player, a file viewer, simulators, a console
game or a photo editor.
Categories of Application Packages:
- Word Processing
- Spreadsheet
- Database
- Graphics
- Games
Packages for Special Areas
(1) Accounting software
(2) Payroll programs
(3) Banking software
(4) Educational management software
(5) Statistical packages
(6) Hospital management software, etc
Application Software Acquisition
There different categories of software and their different
ways of acquisition; they include off-the-shelf software
such as word processing and spreadsheet packages, as
well as internally or externally developed software that is
designed to meet the specific needs of an organization.
Software trends have been away from custom
designed one-of-kind programs developed by the
professional programmers or end users of an
organization toward the use of off-the-shelf software
packages acquired by end users from software
vendors.
Two types of packages are available:
1. Vertical packages - assist users within a specific
industry segment. Examples include packages that
help to manage construction projects, keep track of
inventory of hospitals, or fast-food outlets.
2. Horizontal packages - can perform a certain
general function, such as accounting, or office
automation, for a range of businesses.
Application Software Installation
Your computer allows you to do some really amazing things.
Digital photo editing, sophisticated computer gaming, video
streaming—all of these things are possible because of different
types of software. Developers are always creating new software
applications, which allow you to do even more with your
computer. For each new application software to be working in
your computer, you have to first and foremost install it in the
computer.
Computer Installation can either be from the CD-ROM or from
the Web.
Installing from a CD-ROM
Earlier before now, the most common way to get new software
was to purchase a CD-ROM. You could then insert the disc, and
the computer would walk you through the installation. To install
software from a CD-ROM, simply insert the disc into your
computer, then follow the instructions.
Installing software from the Web
Today, the most common way to get new software is
to download it from the Internet, because now, almost all
software has moved away from old model of CD-ROM. Many
new computers no longer include a CD-ROM for this reason.
All Applications software can now be purchased and
downloaded right to your computer. You can also install free
software this way. For example, if you wanted to install the
Google Chrome web browser, you can visit and search
through any search engine and click the Download button.
The installation file will be saved to your computer in .exe
format. Pronounced dot e-x-e, this is the standard extension
for installation files on Windows computers. You can follow
the steps below to install an application from an .exe file.
- Locate and download an .exe file.
-Locate and double-click the .exe file. (It will usually be in
your Downloads folder.)
- A dialog box will appear. Follow the instructions to
install the software.
- The software will be installed. You can now open the
application from the Start menu (Windows 7) or the Start
Screen (Windows 8).
If you're using Windows 8, you can download and install
software from the Windows Store. The Windows Store is
meant to simplify the process of locating and installing
software from third-party developers—when you find an
app in the Windows store, you won't have to do any extra
work to install it.
The easiest way to find new software is to search the
Web. you could run a Google search for free software. If
you're not exactly sure what kind of software you're
looking for, try describing the tasks you want to complete.
Uninstalling of Application Software
Uninstalling a software means the removal of
application software which is already installed from
the computer. There are some reasons that can lead
to uninstalling of a software from a computer such as:
- Difficulties experienced when using the different
features
- Moving the software to a different machine
- No longer needing the software, etc
To uninstall your Software, remember to close all
programs, especially those windows using the
program you want to uninstall, before you uninstall
other software.
Uninstalling Application Software from Windows XP and
Windows 2003:
1 Select Start and choose Control Panel.
2 Within the Control Panel, select Add or Remove Programs.
3 Find the software and click Remove to uninstall.
4 Go through the uninstall wizard and click Done when
completed.
5 Restart your computer to complete the uninstall.

Uninstalling Application Software from Windows Vista

1. Select Start and choose Control Panel.
2. Within the Control Panel, select Programs and Features.
3. Double-click the software icon and select Continue to
uninstall.
4. Go through the uninstall wizard and click Done when
completed.
5. Restart your computer to complete the uninstall.
Uninstalling Application Software from Windows 7
1. Select Start and choose Control Panel.
2. Within the Control Panel, select Programs, and
then Uninstall a Program.
3. Right-click on the software and select Uninstall from
the right-hand menu.
4. Go through the uninstall wizard and click Done when
completed.
5. Restart your computer to complete the uninstall.
Uninstalling Application Software from Windows 8
1. Press the Windows Key on your keyboard.
2. Right-click on the software icon
and select Uninstall from the bottom menu.
3. Go through the uninstall wizard and click Done when
completed.
4. Restart your computer to complete the uninstall.
Application Software Upgrading
If you don’t know how to perform software updates, you
won’t benefit from application improvements, bug fixes,
and new security defenses (including virus and malware
attacks). Follow these instructions and get the new
software versions online. These steps show how to
manually update applications, but you can set up your
computer to automatically update said Corey Sandler.
• Check the File and Help menus for update instructions.
• You should be able to find the software version number
also on the Help menu.
• Choose Start→Programs→All Programs.
• Look for the install directory of an application you want
to update. Look for an update program option.
• Point your Internet browser to the software
manufacturer’s Web site and look for update
instructions.
• Download a newer version than the version you’re running.
• Install according to the software directions.
• Run diagnostics and use a defragmentation utility, which
differs depending on your operating system:
• Windows XP:
– Choose Start→All Programs.
– Select Accessories→System Tools.
– Click Disk Defragmenter.
– Select the drive you want to defragment.
– Click Defragment.
• Windows Vista or Windows 7:
– Choose Start→Control Panel.
– Click System and Security.
– Choose Defragment Your Hard Drive in the Administrative Tools
section.
– Choose the drive you want to defragment.
– Click Defragment Disk.
Application Software Maintenance
1. Design an effective and efficient process for application
software maintenance activities. Prioritise maintenance
activities, paying attention to business needs and resource
requirements. Ensure that all changes in software comply
with the formal change management process, including
impact on other systems and infrastructure. Ensure that risk
and security requirements and interdependencies are
addressed.
2. Monitor all maintenance changes. If appropriate, aggregate
maintenance tasks into a single ‘change’ to make
management and control easier. Ensure that any major
maintenance is categorised and managed as a formal
redevelopment.
3. Establish the review and approval of all emergency or any
other changes applied without adherence to the formal
change process.
4. Ensure that the pattern and volume of
maintenance activities are analysed periodically
for abnormal trends indicating underlying quality
or performance problems.
5. Establish processes to ensure that all maintenance
activity is completed successfully and thoroughly.
Track maintenance activities to ensure completion.
Where necessary, update user systems and
operational documentation.