03.05 Application delivery

03.05 Application delivery

Application Delivery Methods

• In the information age, software applications are essential tools for most business employees. IT administrators are responsible for installing these applications, maintaining the infrastructure for running them, and backing up files generated by users. The table below discusses three different ways to deliver applications: installing them locally, hosting them on a local network, and hosting them on the cloud.

Platform and Licensing

If you work as a system administrator for a large organization, software licensing becomes a little more complicated than decisions about what to install on your personal computer. You might need to worry about whether the software is compatible with multiple operating systems and devices, how many employees will be using the software at any one time, and whether it’s more cost effective to go with a one-time purchase or a subscription service. You might also consider cutting costs with an open source solution. This lesson explores the world of business software licensing.

Software Installation

• While some application software comes preinstalled on a new computer along with the system software, you will likely want to install additional apps to meet your personal needs. Installation options include using a CD or DVD, downloading from a website, or purchasing from an online app store. The table below describes key concepts associated with installing, updating, and removing apps on your computer.