Archive for the ‘ICT Notes’ Category.

Computer Networks and Communication

A computer network is a system of interconnected computers and peripheral devices. For example, it may connect computers, printers, scanners and cameras.

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Application Software

 
Application software is a computer program or a suite of computer  programs that performs a particular function for the user. Application software includes all programs that perform specific tasks  such as word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, e-mail and Web browsing.

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System Software

A system software is a program that controls or maintains the operations of a computer and its devices. A system software also serves as the interface between the user, the application software and the computer’s hardware.

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Mobile Computing

Mobile computing is a generic term used to describe the ability to use technology to wirelessly connect to and use centrally located information and/or application software via small portable and wireless computing and communication devices.

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Open Source Software and Proprietary Software


Open Source Software is:

  • software provided for use, modification and redistribution
  • software that any programmer can download from the Internet for free and modify with suggested improvements.
  • the only qualification is that changes can’t be copyrighted

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