Computers:
Information Technology in Perspective, 11e
Larry Long and Nancy Long
Chapter 2
Software
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Objectives
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Once you have read and studied this chapter, you will
have learned:
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The purpose and objectives of an operating system, the program
that controls all activities within a computer system, plus
common operating system platforms.
The fundamental concepts and terminology associated with the
Windows operating environment.
The function and uses of software suite applications (word
processing, presentation, spreadsheet, database, and personal
information management).
An overview of popular personal computing software including
graphics, home and family, education and edutainment,
reference, and business and financial.
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Why this chapter is important to you!
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Computer language is important to learn in order
to keep up
To be able to use a computer you must know
your way around one
Learning the Windows Operating System is a
must for the workplace
Learning certain computer applications will help
you to be more productive in your work
Using certain computer applications helps you to
present yourself in a professional manner
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The Operating System
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Operating Systems
(OS) or system
software stays behind
the scenes
All software depends
on the OS
Utility programs are
available
Sales
Summary
Income
Statement
Office
Inventory
CAD
GUI
Operating
System
Tax
Planning
Human
Resource
Mgt.
Loan
Computer
Evaluation
Games
System Investment
System
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Operating System Objectives
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Support single user PCs
Enable networking with
other computers
Dedicated computers
have one function, such
as controlling a
dishwasher
Operating systems use
the processor to multitask
jobs
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The User Interface
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Text-based
 DOS
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Interface
Command lines
GUI-based
 Graphical
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Interface
Point and Click
Drag and Drop
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PC Operating Systems and
Platforms
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Legacy Versions
 Windows
95
 Windows 98
 Windows Me
 Windows NT
 Windows 2000
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Modern PC OS
 Windows
XP
 Windows CE
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The Macintosh/MAS OS X Platform
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The Apple Family
 Macintosh
 Powerbook
 iMac
 eMac
 iBook
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Mac Operating
System
 Mac
OS X
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Linux and UNIX
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Linux
 Spin-off
of UNIX
 Open Source (OS)
 Free over the Internet
 Runs off multiple
platforms
 Runs off handheld
computers
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Platform Problems
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Interoperability
Multiplatform
environment
Cross-platform
technologies
Commitment
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Windows Concepts and Terminology
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Help for Windows
Help for Applications
Content-Sensitive Help
Contents
Search
Index
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Non-Windows and Windows
Applications
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Non-Windows Applications
 Does
not adhere to Microsoft Windows Standards
 Usually older, such as MS-DOS
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Windows Applications
 Common
type and style of windows
 Common arrangement and style of menus
 Use of keyboard and mouse
 Common format for screen image display
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Clicking, Double-Clicking, and
Dragging
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Windows GUI
 Use
a keyboard and
point-and-draw device
 Single-click or doubleclick mouse operations
 Right-click for a
context-sensitive
menu
 Press and hold to drag
and drop
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The Desktop
Desktop
System Tray
Additional
Toolbar
Minimized
Applications
Quick Launch
Toolbar
Start Menu
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Switching Between Windows
Press
ALT+TAB
Press TAB
KEY move
Arrow to
Open App
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Sharing Information Among Applications
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Clipboard
 Cut
 Copy
 Paste
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Source application
Destination application
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OLE Linking & Embedding
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Object linking
 Link
or embed information between source
and destination document
Select Paste Special from the Edit menu
 Choose Paste Link
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 Object
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embedding
Insert an object into the destination document
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Select the Paste option in the Paste Special dialog box
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Productivity Software: The
Software Suite
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Software Suites
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Microsoft Office
Corel WordPerfect
Lotus SmartSuite
Packages
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Word Processing
Presentation
Spreadsheet
Database
PIMs
Desktop Publishing
Communications
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Word Processing: Creating & saving a document
Title
Bar
Minimize
Restore
Close
Menu
Bar
Toolbar
Task
Pane
Office
Assistant
Status
Bar
Scroll
Bar
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Presentation Software
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PowerPoint
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Use templates
Create an outline
Choose design
Choose layouts
Add images
Add special effects
Add notes
Deliver the presentation
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Spreadsheet Software
Cell Range
and
Cell Entries
Rows
Columns
Cell Address
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Database Software
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Database
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Fields
Records
Tables (files)
Relational Databases
Field
Records
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Personal Information Management Software
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PIM
 Microsoft
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Outlook
Appointments
Calendar
Phone editor
E-mail
Fax
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Applications Software For Your PC:
Graphics
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Bitmap
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Displayed as dot patterns
 Types
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BMP
GIF
TIFF
PCX
PNG
JPEG
Vector
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Lines, points, and other
shapes
 CAD
 Types
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CGM
EPS
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Home and Family Software
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Education
Entertainment
Reference
Business
Financial
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Summary
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The operating system
Windows concepts
and terminology
Productivity software
Application software
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