What is Computer Software?

• Computer software, or just software, is a collection of Computer programs and related data that provide Instructions on what to do and what to do how to do it.
• Any set of instructions that guides the hardware And it tells how to complete each task.

Types of Computer Software

What is System Software

• System software is computer software designed to Operate computer hardware to provide basic To provide functionality and a platform to run application software.
• refers to the operating system and all utility Programs that manage computer resources at low Level.
• Get the BIOS (Basic Input / Output System) After you turned on the computer system started and Manages data flow between operating Systems and attached devices such as hard disks, Video adapters, keyboards, icons, and printers.
• Boot program loads the operating system Computer's main memory or random access Memory (RAM).
• System software includes system utilities, such as As Disk Defragmentator and System Restore

Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) Program

Disk Defragmenter

Disk Cleanup

Disk Partition Tool

What is Programming Software

• Programming software includes tools Programs or applications for software developers Create, debug, maintain, or otherwise create Support other programs and applications.
• The term usually refers to relatively simple programs Such as compiler, debugger, interpreter, Linkers, and text editors,

Example of programming language:

• C
• C ++
• C#
• Basic
• Java
• visual Basic
• photon
• HTML
• PHP

What is Application Software

• Group of programs designed for a program or end users
• Allows end users to complete one or more specific (Non-computer related) work.

Examples of computer application software:

• word processor
• Spreadsheet
• presentation software
• database management system
• DecoStop Publishers
• Graphics Editor
• Web browser

Word Processor

• Word processor is a software program that is enabled Create, Archive, and Print documents.
• Contrary to the standard typewriter, users who use the term Processors have the ability to create a document And making any changes anywhere in the document.
• This document can also be saved for modification Opening time or opening on another computer Using the same word processor.

Features

• Insert Text
• Delete text
• cut and paste
• Copy
• Page size and margin
• Search and Replace
• Print
• Microsoft Word
• WordPro
• AppleWorks

Spreadsheet

• The spreadsheet is a data file that is made up of rows and Columns that are used to sort the data and allow the user Generally for manipulating and organizing data easily numerical data.
• What makes a spreadsheet software program Unique is the ability to calculate the values using its Mathematical formulas and data in cells

Features:

• formula
• Work
• Chart
• Cut /copy/paste with categories of single cells or cells
• cell formatting
• Cell merges

Examples

• Microsoft Excel
• Lotus 1-2-3
• Apple number
• OpenOffice Calc

Presentation Software

• A presentation program is a software program that Helps create a slideshow that addresses a topic.
• Presentation programs are often used in businesses And to discuss any topic or to teach school.
• It usually consists of three major tasks:
• - An editor who allows text to be included and Formatted
• - A method for graphics inserting and manipulation Images
• - A slide-show system for displaying content.

Features:

• insert slide
• Deletion of inserted slide
• Allows cutting and pasting slides in any order.
• Allows duplication content or slides
• Allows you to display a design presentation in A slide show system (See slide feature)
• Allows animation and/or manipulations Objects in the slide.

Examples:

• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Adobe persuasion
• HyperCard
• OpenOffice Impress
• Scala multimedia

Database Management System (DBMS) Software

• A program that controls the organization, storage, Manage data in the database and retrieve
• Users can create tables, queries, forms, and reports.

Examples:

• Microsoft Access
• Oracle Database
• my SQL
• FoxPro

Desktop Publishing Software

• Used for producing high quality printed documents As a magazine, greeting cards, posters, etc.
• Allows you to use different types, specify differently Embed margins and propriety, and pictures And graphically in the text directly.

Example:

• Adobe InDesign
• Quark Express
• MS Publisher

Web Browser

• Web browser, a software application that is used And displays the web page.

Examples:

• Internet Explorer (IE)
• Mozilla Firefox
• Opera

Graphics Software

• Graphics software or image editing software is one The program Collection of programs that enable The person who manages the visual images on the computer
• Computer graphics can be classified into two separate Categories:
• - raster graphics
• - vector graphics

Raster graphics editor

• A raster graphics editor is a computer program that Allows users to paint and edit images in an interactive manner Save the computer screen and in one of the many Popular "bitmap" or "raster" formats
• common features:
• - Select an area for editing
• - Make lines with different colors, shaped brushes, Size and pressure
• - Add typed characters to different font styles 
• - Apply different filters for effect
• - Convert between different image formats

Examples

• Adobe Photoshop
• PaintShop Pro
• iPhoto
• GIMP

Vector Graphics Editor

• Also known as drawing software.
• A computer program that allows users to compose Interactively edit vector graphics images simultaneously computer.
• Vector editors are often better for page layouts Typography, logo, artistic drawing with a sharp edge (Such as cartoon, clip art, complex geometric pattern) Technical drawings, diagrams, and flooring.

Examples

• Adobe Illustrator
• Macromedia Freehand
• Zara Xtreme
• Inscape

Accounting Software

• Accounting software is application software that Accounting transactions within records and processes Functional modules such as payable accounts, Receivable, payroll and trial balance accounts.
• It functions as an accounting information system.

Features:

• Accounts Receivable
• Accounts payable
• General bookkeeping
• Billing
• stock inventory
• purchase order
• sales order
• Ledger account

Examples:

• Microsoft Money
• MYOB
• U.S. B
• Sage

Software Licensing

• Is a legal tool (through contract law) Controlling the use or redistribution of software
• Allow a person or group to use a piece of Software\
• Almost all applications are licensed
• Some numbers are based on machines
• Can run licenses programs while others are Based on the number of users that use the program

Types of Software Licenses

• Registerware
• Shareware
• Freeware
• open source
• Display
• Abandonment

Registerware

• References computer software for which the user needs To give personal information through registration Order to download or use the program

Shareware / Demoware

• References copyrighted commercial software Depends on the basis of the test and is distributed without payment Limited by any combination of functionality, Availability, or convenience.

Freeware

• Computer software that is available for use For cost or alternative fees
• Freeware is different from shareware, where The user is obliged to pay.

Open Source Software (OSS)

• OSS is also free software.
• OSS can be defined as computer software Human-readable source code has been provided Under copyright licenses (or such arrangements Public domain) that meets open source definition.
• It allows users to access, modify and improve Software, and to modify it or redistribute it Unmodified form

Abandonware

• It refers to the software that is no longer available Purchase or amount of at least a few years old.

License Key

• A software license key is a pattern of numbers And/or letter was given to licensed users of one Software License
• License keys are usually created and delivered through them After the payment of a software user, the license generator The software has agreed to the terms and conditions Use and Distribution as a Legally Specified software license.

Software Piracy

• Unauthorized transcript of software
• References ways to get software without Software holder's permission
• Some common types of software piracy include:
• - counterfeit software
• - OEM unbundling 
• - softlifting
• - Hard disk loading
• - Internet software piracy

Fake Software

• One type of software theft that happens when it is fake Copies of software are made using a CD burner Software to copy
• Fake software is usually sold at a good price Below the retail price of the valid Software

OEM Unbundling

• Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Unbundling is a type of software theft that happens When OEM-pack software is separated from Hardware came bundled with it basically, but OEM or retail level of sale

Softlifting

• One type of software theft, which occurs at users' time Share your software with other users who are not Authorized to access end-user license Agreement (EULA).
• The most common type of soft breakdown occurs when a The person legitimately buys the software but It installs on many computers which are infringed License Agreement.

Hard Disk Loading  

• A type of software piracy that happens during hardware Dealers install an unauthorized copy of commercial Software on a computer system.
• In many cases, consumers will not get any Software manual or original cd but Hardware dealer can charge for illegal software At total system purchase price.

Internet Software Piracy

•  A type of software theft Which is illegally obtained through internet channels, Generally a peer-to-peer file sharing system or Downloads from Pirate Web sites that make The software is free or available for download Exchange for users uploading software