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Software
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- 1SoftwareProgram's that run on the computer.
- 2System softwareProgram's that are used to run the computer, including the operating system, utilities, library routines and programming language translators.
- 3Application softwareProgram's that perform a task for a user. This is something that the user would do without a computer, it's the task that matters not the computer.
- 4Operating systemSystems software that is necessary to run the computer.
- 5Utility program'sSystem software that provides other useful functions for operating the computer.
- 6LibrarySystem software modules that perform frequently required tasks. They can be built into or called from other program's.
- 7TranslatorsSystem software that translates high level programming languages into machine code. Includes compilers, interpreters and assemblers.
- 8Memory managementOne of the main functions of operating system - managing multiple applications using the space in main memory so all program's can be executed efficiently.
- 9PeripheralA device ( hardware) that is connected to the CPU to provide input, output or storage.
- 10Peripheral managementOne of the main functions of the operating system - managing the input to the CPU and the output front the CPU.
- 11Multi-taskingOne of the main functions of the operating system - managing how several task or program's , which are all running at the same time, share the processor.
- 12SecurityOne of the main functions of the operating system - protecting the computer system from various hazards such as unauthorised users, viruses, hackers and accidental damage.
- 13User interfaceThe method of communication between the computer and its user. Sometimes called HCL (human-computer interface) or MMI (man-machine interface) .
- 14HCIHuman-computer interface : another term for user interface.
- 15MMIMan-machine interface: another term for user interface.
- 16GUIGraphical user interface. A style of user interface l, which is based on icons rather then text.
- 17WIMP interfaceStands for: windows, icons, menus & pointers. It describes a type of user interface where the user selects icons and menu items with a pointer of some kind (with a mouse, stylus or finger).
- 18Command-line interfaceA style of user interface that is only text-based. Commands are typed in at a text prompt.
- 19AddressA numerical reference to a location in memory.
- 20ProcessA program that is running in main memory.
- 21Single-userDescribes the operating system of a computer where more than one person can use the computer at any one time.
- 22Multi-userDescribe the operating system of a computer system of a computer where more than one person can use the computer at any one time.
- 23VirusA program that is installed on a computer without your knowledge or permission with the purpose of doing harm. It includes instructions to replicate automatically on a computer and between computers.
- 24Antivirus softwareA utility program that prevents harmful programs being installed and important files being changed. If a Virus does install itself, the antivirus software detects and removes it.
- 25FirewallA utility program that prevents unauthorised access to computers or a LAN from the Internet and controls what sites computers on the LAN can access.
- 26SpywareA program that security records the user's actions on the computer including passwords and personal details they type when accessing a security site.
- 27This defragmenterA utility program that optimises the use of hard disk space by collecting together the separate parts of each file in one location on the disk as well as grouping together the space so newly saved files do not have to be fragmented (split up).
- 28System information and diagnosisA utility program that presents information about the computer hardware and usage as well as information to help diagnosis problems.
- 29FormattingA utility program that formats secondary storage devices such as hard disks.
- 30File transfer and file managementA utility program that allows the user to create a logical view of how their files are organised using folders. Allows the user to move files within folders, copy, paste, name and deleted files.
- 31Open sourceSoftware that is provided under license but free of charge to anyone. The source code is made available and can be modified.
- 32LicenseAn agreement that defines the conditions for using the software.
- 33FreewareSoftware that is provided free of charge and under license but without the source code. It is copyrighted and not be modified.
- 34Proprietary softwareSoftware that is copyrighted and the license is sold under a patinated or trademark name.
- 35Off-the-shelf softwareSoftware that can be purchased from a high street or online store as it is. Not custom-written.
- 36Custom written softwareSoftware that is written for a customers specific requirements, just for that customer.
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- GCSE (Software) Computing Fichas sobre Software, creado por Kjaer el 16/06/2013.
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