MIS Test 2 (chapters 4, 5, & 6)
Question and answers already passed
2025
program (software) - correct answer consists of a series of related
instructions, organized for a common purpose, that tells the computer what
tasks to perform and how to perform them
application (app) - correct answer sometimes called application software,
consists of programs designed to make users more productive and/or assist
them with personal tasks
operating system - correct answer set of programs that coordinates all the
activities among computer or mobile device hardware
tools or utilities - correct answer are other programs that enable you to
perform maintenance-type tasks usually related to managing devices, media,
and programs used computers and mobile devices
system software - correct answer the operating system and other tools are
collectively known as this because they consist of the programs that control or
maintain the operations of the computer and its devices
retail (form of software) - correct answer mass produced, copyrighted
software that meets the needs of a wide variety of users, not just a single user
or company
-operating system : preinstalled on new computers/mobile devices
-purchase retail software from local stores and on the web
-online purchases allow for immediate program download rather than waiting
for software in the mail
,custom (form of software) - correct answer performs functions specific to a
business or industry
-usually costs more than retail software
-when a company cannot locate retail software that meet its requirements, the
company may use software developers to create tailor made custom software
web app (form of software) - correct answer an application stored on a web
server that you access through a browser
-users interact with web apps by visiting a website (but some web apps can
be accessed locally offline)
-many websites provide free access to their apps
-some charge a one time fee, some a reoccurring monthly or annual
subscription fee
-you may be able to use part of the web app for free and pay to access more
comprehensive programs or pay a fee when certain action occurs
mobile app (form of software) - correct answer an application you download
from a mobile device's app store, sometimes called a market place, or other
location on the internet to a smartphone or other mobile device
-some are preinstalled on new mobile computer or device
-many are free, others have minimal cost (less than a few dollars)
open source (form of software) - correct answer software provided for use,
modification, and redistribution
-has no restrictions from the copyright holder regarding modification of the
software's internal instructions and its redistribution
-can usually be downloaded from a web server on the internet (often no cost)
, -promoters state two main advantages: users who modify the software share
their improvements with others, and customers can personalize the software
to meet their needs
shareware (form of software) - correct answer is copyrighted software that is
distributed at no cost for a trial period
-to use a shareware program beyond that period, you send payment to the
software developer or you might be billed automatically unless you cancel
within a specific period of time
-some developers trust users to send payment if software use extends beyond
the stated trial period
-others render the software useless if no payment is received after the trial
period expires
-sometimes a scaled down version of the software is distributed free, and
payment entitles the user to the fully functional product
freeware (form of software) - correct answer copyrighted software provided at
no cost by an individual or a company that retains all rights to the software
-software developers typically cannot incorporate freeware in application they
intend to sell
-"free" in freeware indicated the software has no charge
productivity applications - correct answer can assist you in becoming more
effective and efficient while performing daily activities at work, school, and
home
with productivity applications users often.... - correct answer 1. create a
project
2. edit a project
3. format a project
Question and answers already passed
2025
program (software) - correct answer consists of a series of related
instructions, organized for a common purpose, that tells the computer what
tasks to perform and how to perform them
application (app) - correct answer sometimes called application software,
consists of programs designed to make users more productive and/or assist
them with personal tasks
operating system - correct answer set of programs that coordinates all the
activities among computer or mobile device hardware
tools or utilities - correct answer are other programs that enable you to
perform maintenance-type tasks usually related to managing devices, media,
and programs used computers and mobile devices
system software - correct answer the operating system and other tools are
collectively known as this because they consist of the programs that control or
maintain the operations of the computer and its devices
retail (form of software) - correct answer mass produced, copyrighted
software that meets the needs of a wide variety of users, not just a single user
or company
-operating system : preinstalled on new computers/mobile devices
-purchase retail software from local stores and on the web
-online purchases allow for immediate program download rather than waiting
for software in the mail
,custom (form of software) - correct answer performs functions specific to a
business or industry
-usually costs more than retail software
-when a company cannot locate retail software that meet its requirements, the
company may use software developers to create tailor made custom software
web app (form of software) - correct answer an application stored on a web
server that you access through a browser
-users interact with web apps by visiting a website (but some web apps can
be accessed locally offline)
-many websites provide free access to their apps
-some charge a one time fee, some a reoccurring monthly or annual
subscription fee
-you may be able to use part of the web app for free and pay to access more
comprehensive programs or pay a fee when certain action occurs
mobile app (form of software) - correct answer an application you download
from a mobile device's app store, sometimes called a market place, or other
location on the internet to a smartphone or other mobile device
-some are preinstalled on new mobile computer or device
-many are free, others have minimal cost (less than a few dollars)
open source (form of software) - correct answer software provided for use,
modification, and redistribution
-has no restrictions from the copyright holder regarding modification of the
software's internal instructions and its redistribution
-can usually be downloaded from a web server on the internet (often no cost)
, -promoters state two main advantages: users who modify the software share
their improvements with others, and customers can personalize the software
to meet their needs
shareware (form of software) - correct answer is copyrighted software that is
distributed at no cost for a trial period
-to use a shareware program beyond that period, you send payment to the
software developer or you might be billed automatically unless you cancel
within a specific period of time
-some developers trust users to send payment if software use extends beyond
the stated trial period
-others render the software useless if no payment is received after the trial
period expires
-sometimes a scaled down version of the software is distributed free, and
payment entitles the user to the fully functional product
freeware (form of software) - correct answer copyrighted software provided at
no cost by an individual or a company that retains all rights to the software
-software developers typically cannot incorporate freeware in application they
intend to sell
-"free" in freeware indicated the software has no charge
productivity applications - correct answer can assist you in becoming more
effective and efficient while performing daily activities at work, school, and
home
with productivity applications users often.... - correct answer 1. create a
project
2. edit a project
3. format a project
