IT 190 Assignment Unit 4-FAQ

21 September, 2024 | 5 Min Read

UNIT 4 ASSIGNMENT: FAQ DOCUMENT 1

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

  1. What is (SaaS) Software as a Service?

Software as a Service is software that is delivered on demand using the internet and you access and are able to use the software anywhere. SaaS can also be referred to as a web based-application because can collaborate online with other. Microsoft OneDrive is a

cloud and an example of SaaS.

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The benefits of SaaS over traditional software is that it is easier to access and collaborate online globally, it automatically updates and there is no patches for customer to download or install. Traditional software is purchased for an individual user and is referred to as

software as a product.

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  1. What is a productivity software?

Productivity software is application software programs that allow you to perform various task for personal, school or business uses. The productivity software make is easier to complete daily task. Productivity software includes word processing, spreadsheets, and

presentation, database and personal information manager programs.

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Word processing software allows you to create and edit documents such a report and resumes. It also allows you to change the page formatting, font styles, add headers and footers, and page numbering to each page. Some examples of word processing

programs include Microsoft Word, Word Perfect and OpenOffice.org.

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  1. Spreadsheet

Spreadsheet software allows you preform calculations and compare numerical or financial data. A spreadsheet is also known as a worksheet that contains rows and columns and is used to record data. Spreadsheet are most commonly used by accountants but can be used in any area or field that works with data. Examples of

spreadsheet programs are Microsoft Excel and Lotus 1-2-3.

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  1. Presentation Presentation software is used to create high-quality visual graphic presentation addressing a topic. Presentations include visual aids, handouts, slides, text with graphic, audio and video. Presentation software is used in schools and businesses to discuss a topic or used as a teaching tool. Examples of presentation software include

Microsoft PowerPoint and Apple KeyNote.

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  1. Database A database is a structured collection of data that is store and organizes information and is stored in a computer system. Databases store large amounts of information and easy to access. Databases contain multiple tables with several of fields. Companies use databases to store employee information and financial records. Examples

database software include Microsoft Access and MySQL.

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  1. Note-taking Note-taking software is used to organize research, brainstorm and collaborate your ideas for a paper. Note-taking helps you outline your ideas and allows you to create references for later. Microsoft OneNote is the most commonly used note-taking

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  1. What is PIM (personal information management) software?

A personal information manager is an application that allows you to manage contacts, calendars, tasks, appointment and other personal information. PIM can allow manage

your emails, photo albums, reminders and even music. A. Will it be useful for my employees?

Yes, having a PIM will your employees access to these features from any PC and allows you to sync your information with other devices such as data from you laptop

to your PC.

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  1. What types of software are helpful for small businesses?

The types of software that are helpful for small businesses are an Accounting software so that your company can track accounts receivable and accounts payables. Also to manage inventory, payroll and billing such as QuickBooks. Your business will also need a desktop publishing (DTP) software to design catalogs, annual reports and other publications.

Microsoft Publisher is a great program that comes with the Microsoft Suite. If you plan to advertise your business on the internet your business will need a Web page-Authoring software to design webpages. Microsoft Expression Web will guide you through

designing a web page that compliments your business.

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A. What types of software are helpful for large businesses?

The types of software that are helpful for large businesses are project management software, customer relationship management (CRM), enterprise resource planning (ERP), e-commerce, marketing and sales, finance, point of sale, security, networking, date management and human resources. You will need to select the applications that are tailored to your business. Having great software to assistance with organizing and analyzing data will help with making decisions for your

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  1. What do I need to know about software licenses?

Software licensing (also called an end user license agreement or EULA) is a contract of agreement among the software developer and the user. This means that you are able to use the software and all its features for your own purposes as the only user of that copy. The software license will inform you if you are allowed to install the software on more

than one device and if you are allowed to make copies.

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  1. How do I determine which version of software will work on the computer in our

business?

When you purchase a software program it has a set of system requirements that are necessary in order for the software to be installed and work properly. System requirements will specify how much RAM is needed, how fast your processor should be, how fast your graphics card and If your computers do not meet all the requirements the

software may run very slow or not run at all.

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