Application Software Overview

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A computer program used to carry out a specific task beyond the functionality of the computer's operating system.

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Application software

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When can application software be installed?

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After the operating system has been installed and the computer is up and running.

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What should be checked before installing applications?

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Compatibility with the computer's operating system and hardware.

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What are the categories of application software?

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Personal, Workgroup, and Enterprise.

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Who are the users of personal application software?

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Individuals.

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Who are the users of workgroup application software?

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A collection of individuals working together on a task, such as friends, workmates, businessmen, or family.

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Who are the users of enterprise application software?

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Businesses.

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Give examples of personal application software.

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Internet browser software, word processing software, presentation software, spreadsheet software, database, graphics software, photo-editing software, media players.

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Applications that send messages, documents, and files between people on different computer systems, including e-mail, voice mail, instant messaging, and wikis.

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Electronic communication in workgroup application software

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Software that enables real-time meetings without being physically in the same location, such as audio conferencing, video conferencing, and electronic meeting systems like Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams.

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Electronic conferencing in workgroup application software