Personal Computer Software – Information Technology Test
The key terms of Information Technology Test include, Software, Information, Computer, Personal, Specific, System.
Uninstaller software
removes software from your hard disk
Disk optimization software
organizes information on your hard disk
Spam blocker
filters unwanted e-mail
Binary digit (bit)
smallest unit of information your computer can process
Byte –
eight bits or the number of bits it takes to represent one natural character
Information technology
any computer-based tool that people use to work with information and support the information and information-processing needs of an organization
Hardware
the physical components of a computer, physical devices that make up a computer (or computer system)
Software
set of instructions that hardware executes to carry out a specific task for you
Input device
enter information and commands
Output device
hear, see, or otherwise recognize the results of information-processing requests
Storage device
store information for use at a later time
CPU
hardware that interprets and executes software and coordinates all hardware
RAM
temporary holding area for information and software
Telecommunications device
send information to and receive it from another person or computer in a network
Connecting device
lets you connect peripherals to your computer
Application software
enables you to solve specific problems or perform specific tasks
System software
handles tasks specific to technology management and coordinates the interaction of all technology devices
Operating system software
controls application software and manages hardware devices
Utility software
provides additional functionality to your operating system
Personal digital assistant (PDA)
small handheld computer for personal tasks like appointment scheduling and address book maintenance
Tablet PC
pen-based computer with the functionality of a notebook or desktop
Notebook computer
small, portable, fully functional, battery-powered computer.
Desktop computer
most popular type of personal computer
Minicomputer (mid-range computer)
meets needs of several people simultaneously in a small or medium-sized business
Mainframe computer
meets needs of hundreds of people in a large business
Supercomputer
fastest, most powerful, and most expensive type of computer
Personal productivity software
SOFTWARE – INTELLECTUAL INTERFACE helps you perform personal tasks
Software suite
several applications bundled together (usually productivity software)
Word processing
helps you create letters, memos, and other basic documents
Spreadsheet
helps you work with numbers, perform calculations and create graphs
Presentation
helps you create and edit information that will appear in slides
Desktop publishing
extends word processing by including design and formatting techniques to enhance the appearance of the document
Personal information management (PIM)
helps you create and maintain to-do lists, appointments, calendars, etc.
Personal finance
helps you maintain your checkbook and handle other personal finance tasks
Web authoring
helps you design and develop Web sites
Graphics
helps you create and edit photos and art
Communications
helps you communicate with others
Database management system (DBMS)
helps you specify the logical organization for a database; access and use the information within a database
Vertical market software
application software for a specific industry
Horizontal market software
– application software suitable for use in many industries
Utility Software
adds functionality to operating system software
Anti-virus software
detects and removes or quarantines computer viruses
Crash-proof software
helps save information if your system crashes
Uninstaller software
removes software from your hard disk
Disk optimization software
organizes information on your hard disk
Spam blocker
filters unwanted e-mail
Binary digit (bit)
smallest unit of information your computer can process
Byte –
eight bits or the number of bits it takes to represent one natural character