Explain the role of an operating system
and list the main operating systems used
on today’s computers
 Define and describe a user interface
and a graphical user interface
 Identify the important features of widely
used software applications
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System software-consists of programs that
control the operations of the computer and it’s
devices.
Operating System- Contains instructions that
coordinate all of the activities of the hardware
devices in a computer.
Ex: Microsoft Windows, Windows Xp, Windows
Vista, Windows 7, Mac Systems, Mac 0S, and
Mac os X latest.
User interface-Controls how you ender data or
instructions(input) and how information is
presented on the screen(output).
A common user interface is the graphical user
interface. A GUI combines text, graphics, and
other visual cues to make software easier to
use.
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Application Software- Programs designed for
specific tasks.
5 categories: Business, Graphic design, School,
Home, and Communications.
Icon- small image that represents a program
Button- an element on the computer you can
click to have a certain action take place.
Menu- list of commands from which you can
select from.
Commands- instructions that cause a
computer program to perform an action.
Window- a rectangular area of the screen that
is used to display a program data or other
information.
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Title bar- contains the windows name.
Filename- allows the user to identify
between different files.
Document- piece of work created with an
application and saved on a storage
medium with a filename.
Font- name of specific characters
Font Size- size individual characters
Font Style- adds emphasis to the font
Saving- process of copying a document
from memory to a storage medium.
Printing- Sending a file to a printer to
generate output on a medium.
Describe the advantages of software
suites
 Explain how to create documents
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Productivity Software- designed to make
people more effective and efficient while
performing daily activities.
includes:
*Word processing- creates, edits, and formats
documents.
*Spreadsheet- organizes numeric data in rows
and columns.
*Database- allows you to create a
computerized database; add, change, and
delete data; sort and retrieve data; and create
forms and reports using data in the database.
*Personal information management- installed in
smart phones that includes an appointment
calendar, address book, notepad, and other
features to help you organize personal
information.
*Software suites- a collection of
individual application software
packages sold as a single package.
Discuss why the use of video authoring
and editing software is important for K-12
schools
 List and describe learning aids and
support tools that help you use and learn
software applications.
 Explain how to work with different
versions of software applications.
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Web Applications- programs that combine the
power of the internet with touch technology on your
Smartphone, PDA, or portable media device.
Desktop Publishing Software- Allows you to design,
produce, and deliver sophisticated documents that
contain text, graphics, and brilliant colors.
Paint software- allows you to draw pictures, shapes,
and other graphics using various tools on the screen,
such as a pen, brush, eyedropper, and a paint
bucket.
Image editing software- provides the capabilities of
paint software as well as the capability of modifying
existing graphics.
Photo editing software- allows you to edit digital
photographs by removing red-eye, adding special
effects, or creating electronic photo albums.
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Multimedia authoring software- used to create
electronic presentations, simulations, and software
demonstrations that can include text, graphics, videos,
audio, animation, and screen captures.
Web page authoring software- designed specifically to
help you create web pages, in addition to organizing,
managing, and maintaining Web sites.
Curriculum page- a teacher-created document
containing hyperlinks to teacher-selected Web sites that
assist in teaching content-specific standards and
objectives.
School management software- a centralized program
that allows district and school personnel to manage the
school district operations, such as budgeting, inventory,
technology, and expenses.
Student management software- a centralized program
that allows administrators, teachers, and other staff to
manage and track information about student, which
includes attendance and academic records.
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Grade book software- allows teachers to track and
organize student tests, homework, lab work, and other
scores.
Reference software- provides valuable and thorough
information for everyone in an educational setting and
in the family.
Special needs software(assistive technologies software)designed specifically for students with physical
impairments or learning disabilities.
Personal finance software- a simplified accounting
program that helps you pay bills, balance your
checkbook, track your personal income and expenses.
Online banking- offers access to account balances,
provides bill payment services, and allows you to
download transactions and statements from the web
directly to your computer.
Tax preparation software- guides individuals,
families, or small businesses through the process of
filing federal taxes.
 Legal Software- Assists in the preparation of legal
documents and provides legal advice to
individuals, families, and small businesses.
 Entertainment software- includes interactive
games, videos, and other programs designed to
support a hobby or just provide amusement and
enjoyment.
 Help-(web based help)- provides updates and
more comprehensive resources in response to both
technical and non-technical issues about software.
 Trade books- help you learn to use the features of
software application packages.
 FAQ(frequently asked questions)- a section about
application software abound on the internet.
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Tutorials- step-by-step instructions using
real examples that show you how to use
an application.
 Upgrade- A new version of a software
product designed to replace an older
version of the same product.
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