Module 7: Using Apps/Software

Which is an example of Software as a Service?

• Microsoft Word

• Google Docs

• OpenOffice by Apache

• Adobe Acrobat Reader

What type of software is used to perform calculations and numerical analyses?

• Personal Information Manager Software

• Word Processing Software

• Presentation Software

• Spreadsheet Software

All web-based word processing applications offer the same features as their installed versions.

• True

• False

Which is true about web-based application software?

• It does not need an Internet connection

• It is stored on a web server instead of the computer's hard drive

• It is always free

• It is installed by the computer manufacturer

When writing a research paper, one should use what type of software?

• presentation

• spreadsheet

• database

• word processing

What do we call unwanted or unnecessary software included by the manufacturers on a new computer?

• shareware

• malware

• adware

• bloatware

Microsoft's version of presentation software is called what?

• Word

• PowerPoint

• Excel

• Access

SELECT ALL THAT APPLY

Before installing new software you should:

• Check that it works with your OS and version.

• Ensure that your hardware meets the minimum system requirements. 

• Verify if the software is designed for your computer's architecture (e.g., 32-bit or 64-bit). 

• Understand the software's licensing model (e.g., single-user, multi-user, subscription) and ensure you have the necessary license or activation key.

Following installation of a program written for an older version of Windows, you receive an alert that it might not have installed correctly. What feature could you use to make the program run correctly?

• Use the program's Compatibility tab to use settings for the older Windows version. 

• Request elevated privileges from the Windows Security Widget. 

• None. It is not possible to run old software on new operating systems. 

• Hit CTR+ALT+DELETE 

Why would Windows prompt you to enter a password if you try to install a software application? 

• Installing an application requires administrator privileges and is an action protected by User Account Control. 

• To verify you have purchased a license key. 

• To confirm your acceptance of the EULA. 

• To initiate an automatic compatibility scan.