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This document summarizes different types of software. It discusses operating systems, which manage hardware and provide interfaces for users and developers. It also describes various categories of application software, including productivity software, utility software, programming software, and enterprise applications. Finally, it briefly covers mobile applications, cloud computing, and some advantages and disadvantages of cloud-based services.

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Software

This document summarizes different types of software. It discusses operating systems, which manage hardware and provide interfaces for users and developers. It also describes various categories of application software, including productivity software, utility software, programming software, and enterprise applications. Finally, it briefly covers mobile applications, cloud computing, and some advantages and disadvantages of cloud-based services.

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Chapter 3

Software
Types of Software
Software is the set of instructions that tells the
hardware what to do
Two main types of software:
1. Operating Systems
2. Application Software
1. Productivity software
2. Utility software
3. Programming software
4. Applications for the Enterprise (ERP)
Operating Systems
• All devices have an operating system
• Software which manages the hardware
• Creates the interface between the
hardware and the user
• Functions performed by the
operating systems:
– Managing the hardware resources of the
computer
– Providing the user-interface components
– Providing a platform for software developers
to write applications
• Most popular are Microsoft Windows,
Apple Mac OS, and Linux
History of Microsoft Windows

Source: YouTube
Application Software
• Software that allows users to accomplish some goal
or purpose
• Categories:
– Productivity software to help employees complete their
job duties such as Microsoft Office
– Utility software allows you to fix or modify your computer
• For example, antivirus software
– Programming software makes more software
• Programmers can code, test, and convert into a format that the
computer will understand
• CIS students typically use Visual Studio
Application Software Challenges
• Finding the right software to do what you need to do
• How to use the right software to do what you need
to do
• Power Point to Death video:

• You only purchase a license for the software


Mobile Applications
• Operate on tablets and smartphones
• Each device has its own operating system
(e.g., Android or iOS)
• Each application is developed for the specific
mobile device’s operating system
• Websites are now offering mobile friendly
interfaces to run on mobile devices
– Independent of the mobile devices’
operating system
Cloud Computing
• Internet-based applications, services,
and data storage
• Advantages:
– No software to install or upgrade
– If you have Internet access, you can always use it
– No restrictions on how much you store and don’t have to
worry about losing it
• Disadvantages:
– Your information is stored on someone else’s computer – how
safe is it?
– Internet access is required
– Relying on someone else to provide these services

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